The Prophet Jeremiah
1520
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1520
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print depicts a man sitting on a pedestal, his right leg crossed over his left. He has long hair and a beard, and is dressed in a robe with his right arm resting on his knee. His left hand is raised to his chin, and he appears to be deep in thought. The man sits in front of a wall with several statues of nude women on either side of him. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of contemplation and introspection. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. To learn more about the artist who created this print, look up Beatrizet, Nicolas.