1574
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Paul Driving Out Evil Spirits is a 1574 ink by Philip Galle, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a chaotic scene of people writhing on the ground while two robed men stand in the center. One man kneels, holding a book, while the other gestures sharply toward the crowd. Buildings and columns frame the scene, with figures in the background clutching their heads or collapsing. The lines are sharp and detailed, creating a sense of movement and drama. The artist used cross-hatching—layers of crisscrossed lines—to build up shadows and texture, making the scene feel alive. This technique was common in Renaissance engravings to add depth without color. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one created such intricate details.
Philip (or Philips) Galle (1537 – March 1612) was a Dutch publisher, best known for publishing old master prints, which he also produced as designer and engraver. He is especially known for his reproductive engravings of paintings.
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