Artwork
Der Schatzbehalter: Gathering of Manna
Der Schatzbehalter: Gathering of Manna is a print by the Renaissance artist Michael Wolgemut. It dates from 1491 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Der Schatzbehalter: Gathering of Manna is a woodcut created by Michael Wolgemut in 1491. It is a print that showcases Wolgemut's skill as a German painter and printmaker.
Subject & Meaning
The woodcut depicts a biblical scene of the Israelites gathering manna in the wilderness. The image is crowded with figures under tall tents, some kneeling with baskets or reaching for the ground, while others stand or gesture.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a dense network of small circles and lines to create a textured background, evoking a sense of a starry sky or crowded marketplace. The use of tiny dots and sharp lines fills the space, making the scene feel packed and active.
History & Provenance
Wolgemut, who ran a prolific workshop producing large-scale religious works, trained Albrecht Dürer during his apprenticeship. The work is now part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Michael Wolgemut (formerly spelt Wohlgemuth; 1434 – 30 November 1519) was a German painter and printmaker, who ran a workshop in Nuremberg.
