Artwork
St. James the Great
St. James the Great is a print by the Renaissance artist Hendrik Goltzius. It dates from 1578 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. St.
About this work
Overview
St. James the Great is an etching by Hendrick Goltzius, created around 1578. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dramatic scene, likely a moment from the martyrdom of St. James, with a crowd of figures in the foreground and a cityscape in the background. The text at the bottom provides context for the narrative.
Technique & Style
Goltzius employed strong lines and deep shadows to convey a sense of movement and tension. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes contrasts between light and dark, adds to the dramatic effect of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
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