Artwork
Saint Veronica with the Sudarium
Saint Veronica with the Sudarium is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Netherlandish 15th Century. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This print depicts Saint Veronica holding the Sudarium, a cloth imprinted with Christ's face.
About this work
Overview
This print depicts Saint Veronica holding the Sudarium, a cloth imprinted with Christ's face. Created as a woodcut and hand-colored on laid paper, it represents a scene rooted in Christian tradition.
Subject & Meaning
The image captures a moment from Christian lore where Saint Veronica offers Jesus the Sudarium to wipe his face, resulting in the cloth bearing his likeness. It illustrates a poignant, intimate episode within a larger narrative.
Technique & Style
Executed in woodcut technique and enhanced with hand-coloring in various hues, the print showcases a traditional method of image creation. The use of yellow, blue, red, green, and gold on laid paper adds depth and vibrancy to the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
These prints show Christ’s suffering in bold, hand-colored images from 15th-century Northern Europe.
