Beheading of Saint Catherine
1517
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Domenico Campagnola
Domenico Campagnola (1517–1517) was an artist.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Beheading of Saint Catherine is a 1517 ink by Domenico Campagnola, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a dramatic scene of Saint Catherine's beheading. A group of people, including soldiers and onlookers, surround the saint as she kneels in prayer. The scene is set in a grand, columned space with a large archway in the background. In the foreground, a dog lies on the ground, adding a sense of realism to the scene. The engraving is rendered in fine detail, with intricate lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The use of cross-hatching techniques creates a sense of volume and shading, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of Saint Catherine. To learn more about this artistic technique, explore the world of engraving.
Domenico Campagnola (1517–1517) was an artist.
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