Artwork
Saints Philip and Bartholomew by a Spring
Saints Philip and Bartholomew by a Spring is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Anton Woensam. It dates from 1529 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Saints Philip and Bartholomew by a Spring is a 1529 woodcut on laid paper by Anton Woensam, a German artist known for his work as a painter and wood-engraver.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts apostles Philip and Bartholomew in a serene natural setting, beside a spring. The figures are shown engaged in quiet activities, conveying a sense of tranquility and contemplation.
Technique & Style
The woodcut showcases Woensam's skillful use of intricate lines and shading to create depth and texture, characteristic of his detailed and illustrative style.
History & Provenance
Woensam, likely trained by his father Jaspar, worked as a book illustrator before moving from Worms to Cologne around 1510, where he produced this print in 1529.
Artist & collection
Artist
Anton Woensam (c.1493/1496 – c.1541) was a German painter and wood-engraver. Woensam was "probably" trained by his father Jaspar as a painter. He mainly created book illustrations. He relocated from Worms to Cologne in…
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