Presentation in the Temple
1610
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1610
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Presentation in the Temple is a 1610 ink by Jacques de Bie, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white engraving shows a crowded indoor scene with people dressed in old-fashioned robes. A woman holds a baby wrapped in cloth, while a man in a halo stands nearby. Others kneel or stand around them, some holding books or candles. The background has tall columns and arched windows, giving it a church-like feel. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the figures look three-dimensional. This style is typical of engravings from that time. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one made detailed prints.
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