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An Archer Shooting a Crossbow

Cherubino Alberti

1579

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance

Dominant colour

An Archer Shooting a Crossbow is a 1579 ink by Cherubino Alberti, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Cherubino Alberti
When & what style?: 1579 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a man shooting a crossbow. He's standing with his feet apart, focusing on his target. The details in this work are interesting because the artist used simple lines to create a sense of movement and tension. The artist's use of lines and shading creates a dynamic scene. This style was likely influenced by the time period and the materials available. To learn more about this style, look into the technique: engraving.