Saint Jude
1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Jude is a 1512 ink by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts Saint Jude, a figure in a robe with a halo, holding a staff and a book. The background is a simple, muted color. The artist's use of a woodcut technique is evident in the bold lines and textures of the image. The level of detail and realism achieved with this medium is impressive. If you're interested in exploring more works from the Renaissance period, you might want to look into the artist Cranach the Elder, Lucas.
