Artwork
The Conversion of Saint Paul
The Conversion of Saint Paul is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Leyden. It dates from 1509 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Conversion of Saint Paul is an engraving created by Lucas van Leyden in 1509. It is a print that showcases the artist's technical skill.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts the biblical scene of Saul's conversion to Saint Paul on the road to Damascus, a pivotal moment in Christian scripture.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies the technical proficiency of van Leyden, a prominent figure in Dutch printmaking and painting during the early 16th century.
Context
The Conversion of Saint Paul is characteristic of the Northern Renaissance, marked by detailed religious imagery and advancements in printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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