Artwork
The Paralytic Healed by Christ Picks up His Pallet
The Paralytic Healed by Christ Picks up His Pallet is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Christoph Murer. It dates from 1586 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Paralytic Healed by Christ Picks up His Pallet is a 1586 woodcut on laid paper by Christoph Murer, depicting a biblical scene.
Subject & Meaning
The woodcut shows a man, healed by Christ, picking up his pallet, surrounded by onlookers with varied expressions. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and a crowd, conveying a pivotal moment in the biblical narrative.
Technique & Style
Murer's use of bold lines and shading creates depth and texture, while the woodcut technique adds a sense of roughness and immediacy, drawing the viewer into the scene.
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