Malachias
1613
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1613
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Malachias is a 1613 ink by Theodor Galle, a Baroque work, depicting john the evangelist, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a man, Malachias, in a simple setting. He's dressed in old clothes and has a serious look. The details in his face and clothes are interesting because they were made using a precise technique. The artist paid close attention to the lines and textures. This suggests that the artist was skilled at creating detailed images. The image is small, but it has a lot of character. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: engraving.