Saint Matthias
1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Lucas Cranach the Elder
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German Renaissance painter and printmaker in woodcut and engraving.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Matthias is a 1512 ink by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This woodcut shows a crowded scene with lots of people gathered around a central figure. The background has a castle, trees, and a winding path. Some figures are kneeling, others stand tall, and one person lies on the ground. The lines are sharp and detailed, with heavy black ink on a light background. Notice the two flags at the top—one looks like a wheel, the other has a cross. The artist packed a lot of action into a small space, making it feel busy and dramatic. Next, check out how this was made using the technique: woodcut.
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German Renaissance painter and printmaker in woodcut and engraving.
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