Artwork
St. Barbara
St. Barbara is a print by Lucas Cranach the Elder. It dates from 1522 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. St.
About this work
Overview
St. Barbara is an etching created by Lucas Cranach the Elder around 1522. It is a print depicting a Christian saint.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows St. Barbara holding a cup, possibly containing liquid or smoke, which may be symbolic. She is dressed in a flowing robe and stands on rocky ground with a building in the background.
Technique & Style
The print features simple shapes and strong contrasts, characteristic of Cranach's style. The sky is rendered with clouds and wavy lines, giving it a dreamy quality.
History & Provenance
The etching is now held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German Renaissance painter and printmaker in woodcut and engraving.
