Artwork
Saint Anthony
Saint Anthony is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master FVB. It dates from 1495 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving, created circa 1495, is a print attributed to Master FVB, an anonymous Netherlandish artist active during the late 15th century.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Saint Anthony, identifiable by his attire and the pig at his feet, in a contemplative pose, holding a book and staff, suggesting a devotional context typical of late 15th-century religious art.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of cross-hatching creates depth and texture, contributing to the overall mood. The work reflects influences from artists such as Dieric Bouts and Martin Schongauer, and shares affinities with the Master of the Amsterdam Cabinet.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master FVB (active c. 1480 — 1500) was an anonymous early Netherlandish engraver. According to one tradition, the artist is identical to Franz von Bocholt, but there seems to be no evidence to support such a…
