Saint Luke Painting the Virgin
1701
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1701
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Luke Painting the Virgin is a 1701 ink by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a winged angel kneeling beside a seated woman holding a baby, while another man plays a violin. Around them, smaller angels float in the air, and a cow stands nearby. The scene looks like it’s set in a rocky, cloudy landscape with a building in the background. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to suggest movement and emotion, especially in the angel’s outstretched arms. The brown ink and wash give it a warm, faded look, almost like a draft for a bigger painting. If you like this style, check out the Baroque movement next.
