The Resurrection

About this work

This engraving shows a bearded man rising from a tomb, holding a long staff. Around him, soldiers lie scattered on the ground, some awake and startled, others slumped in sleep. A small angel floats above, holding a banner. The scene is dark but for the light glowing around the rising figure. The artist used fine lines to create deep shadows and texture, especially in the cloth and skin. This was a common way to add drama to engravings. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this built entire scenes with just lines.