Artwork
Saint Anthony
Saint Anthony is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jan Lievens. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Jan Lievens's etching 'Saint Anthony' dates to 1640. It is a print depicting a religious figure.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows an older man, identified as Saint Anthony by the inscription 'S. Antonius', resting with a contemplative expression. His unkempt appearance and worn robes convey a sense of asceticism.
Technique & Style
Lievens employed sharp lines to capture the texture of the saint's beard and robes, demonstrating the expressive potential of etching. The medium allowed for detailed rendering of the subject's features and attire.
History & Provenance
Jan Lievens, born in Leiden in 1607, was a painter and printmaker who trained with Rembrandt in Amsterdam before pursuing an independent career across Europe.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Lievens (24 October 1607 – 4 June 1674) was a Dutch Golden Age painter who was associated with his close contemporary Rembrandt, a year older, in the early parts of their careers.
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