Artwork
The Visit of St. Anthony to St. Paul the Hermit
The Visit of St. Anthony to St. Paul the Hermit is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1504 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1945.111
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Albrecht Dürer's print, 'The Visit of St. Anthony to St. Paul the Hermit,' is a notable work from around 1504, exemplifying the artist's skill in printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a legendary encounter between St. Anthony and St. Paul the Hermit, depicting a moment of spiritual exchange in a forest clearing. The scene conveys a sense of quiet contemplation and intellectual curiosity.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the print features intricate details, including the textures of the hermits' robes and the surrounding foliage. The composition is characterized by a sense of stillness and simplicity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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