1551
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
The Woman Clothed with the Sun is a 1551 ink by Jean Duvet, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a woman dressed in a long robe holding a baby, with a bright sun-like circle above her head. Around her are swirling clouds, stars, and small figures that look like angels or people. A dragon or snake winds below, and a banner with Latin words hangs in the middle. The Latin says *"Hec Historia Apocalypsis Cap. 12"*—it’s a scene from the Book of Revelation. The artist used fine lines and shading to create deep shadows and texture. Next, look up engraving to see how this technique works.
Jean Duvet (1485 – after 1562) was a French Renaissance goldsmith and engraver, now best known for his engravings.
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