Artwork
Elijah Ascends to Heaven
Elijah Ascends to Heaven is a print by the Renaissance artist Augustin Hirschvogel. It dates from 1547 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1981.221
- Credit line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Meals
About this work
Overview
Elijah Ascends to Heaven is a 1547 print by Augustin Hirschvogel, a German artist known for his etchings and association with the Danube School.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bearded man on a fiery chariot drawn by four horses, suggesting a biblical narrative. The man's gesture implies a sense of departure or farewell.
Technique & Style
The work features dynamic lines and dramatic movement, characteristic of Hirschvogel's style and the Danube School's emphasis on landscape and expressive printmaking.
History & Provenance
Created in 1547, Elijah Ascends to Heaven is now held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
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Artist
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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