Christ and the Disciples in the Field
1584
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1584
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows Jesus and his disciples in a field. It's an engraving, which is a technique where a design is cut into a metal plate. The artist used fine lines to create details, like the textures of clothes and the landscape, which is interesting because it adds depth to the scene. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: engraving.
