Artwork
Risen Christ between Saints Andrew and Longinus
Risen Christ between Saints Andrew and Longinus is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Andrea Mantegna. It dates from 1472 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving on laid paper, created around 1472, is a work by Andrea Mantegna, an Italian Renaissance artist known for his innovative use of perspective and sculptural forms.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Risen Christ between Saints Andrew and Longinus, a religious scene rendered with precision and attention to classical forms. Christ is shown unclothed with one arm raised, while Saint Andrew leans on a cross and Saint Longinus wears armor and holds a spear.
Technique & Style
Mantegna's use of fine lines creates detailed shadows and textures, particularly in the armor and fabric, achieving a sense of depth. The composition's structured quality reflects the artist's technical skill and archaeological interests.
Context
Produced during a period when Mantegna was experimenting with lowering horizons to enhance monumentality, this engraving showcases his characteristic style and innovative techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
Andrea Mantegna (UK: , US: ; Italian: ; c. 1431 – September 13, 1506) was an Italian Renaissance painter, a student of Roman archaeology, and the son-in-law of Jacopo Bellini. Like other artists of the time, Mantegna…
