Saint Christopher

About this work

This image is a woodcut print depicting Saint Christopher, a bearded man carrying a child on his shoulders. He is shown in a dynamic pose, with his right leg bent and his left leg extended behind him. The child, likely representing Jesus, sits on Christopher's right shoulder, looking down at him. Christopher's facial expression is one of concentration and effort. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and foliage, with Christopher's body positioned in a way that creates a sense of movement and energy. The woodcut technique used to create this image adds a sense of texture and depth to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to explore the works of Altdorfer, Albrecht.