Artwork
Sudarium Displayed by Two Angels
Sudarium Displayed by Two Angels is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1513 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1974.19
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Albrecht Dürer's 1513 etching 'Sudarium Displayed by Two Angels' is a print featuring three figures grouped closely together. The work is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts two angels holding aloft a cloth, likely a burial shroud, with a crowned, bearded figure at its center. The scene is often associated with the Veil of Veronica, a Christian relic believed to bear Christ's image, suggesting a connection to faith or mortality.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Dürer's skill in etching, with a focus on the figures' faces and the fabric. A plain background emphasizes the central group, highlighting the artist's ability to convey meaning through simple yet powerful composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1513, the work reflects Dürer's established reputation as a leading figure in the German Renaissance, with ties to prominent Italian artists. It is now held in the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
![Madonna and Child [obverse], by Albrecht Dürer](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/albrecht-durer--madonna-and-child-obverse--d7b8ebf05d22ebe5-w320.webp)
![Lot and His Daughters [reverse], by Albrecht Dürer](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/albrecht-durer--lot-and-his-daughters-reverse--b4ebf9b282faa17a-w320.webp)
