The Madonna and Child with Two Angels and Saints Scholastica, Benedict, Roch, Peter, Paul and Jerome
1740
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1740
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a crowded scene of robed figures in dramatic poses. Some kneel, others stand or reach upward, while a few look down at a fallen man on the ground. One figure holds a cross, another clutches a book, and a woman in a long dress sits near the center. Clouds and angels float above, adding to the sense of movement and intensity. The text at the bottom names saints like Benedict and Scholastica, along with others tied to religious stories. The artist used sharp lines to create deep shadows and flowing robes, giving the scene a sense of energy. Next, explore the technique: etching to see how artists like this carved images into metal plates.
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