Artwork
Moses and the Burning Bush
Moses and the Burning Bush is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Augustin Hirschvogel. It dates from 1548 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Moses and the Burning Bush is an etching created by Augustin Hirschvogel in 1548. It is a print depicting a biblical scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows Moses encountering a burning bush, accompanied by a divine figure. The scene is set in a desert landscape with a distant town and animals. The image illustrates a pivotal moment from the biblical narrative.
Technique & Style
Hirschvogel used etching to create the print, employing lines to convey movement and light. The technique contributes to the intense atmosphere of the scene. As a member of the Danube School, Hirschvogel's work is characterized by its landscape focus and expressive use of line.
Artist & collection
Artist
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
