Artwork
The Vision of Saint Bernard
The Vision of Saint Bernard is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Dirk Jacobsz Vellert. It dates from 1524 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Vision of Saint Bernard is a 1524 engraving by Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, a printmaker known for his detailed work.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a kneeling robed figure, likely Saint Bernard, in a richly decorated room with a woman holding a child. The scene is dense with symbolism, including a tall cross and intricate carvings on the walls.
Technique & Style
Vellert employed cross-hatching to achieve a range of tonal values and textures, creating a highly detailed and dimensional effect in black ink on paper.
Artist & collection
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