Artwork
Zaccarias
Zaccarias is an ink print by the Baroque artist Theodor Galle. It dates from 1613 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower right in plate: 19.; around oval in plate: Quid vir rufo in equo, quid equi rufi, varij, albi ZACHARIAS. Sint, Sancte indicijs Angele difco tuis.
About this work
Overview
Zaccarias is a 1613 engraving on laid paper by Theodor Galle, depicting a bearded figure in a loose robe, holding a staff and gesturing towards the chest, within an oval frame adorned with Latin text.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, identified as Zaccarias at the top of the frame, is portrayed in contemplative posture, looking down and to the side, suggesting a moment of introspection or spiritual reflection.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the engraving showcases Galle's use of etched lines on metal to achieve detailed, high-contrast imagery, characteristic of the engraving medium.
History & Provenance
Created in 1613, the work is signed by Theodor Galle in the corner, attesting to its authorship, though specific ownership histories or exhibitions are not detailed here.
Context
As a religious figure (likely Zechariah, a biblical prophet), Zaccarias situates itself within early 17th-century European religious art, where engraving was a popular medium for disseminating devotional images.
Legacy
While specific influences or impacts of Zaccarias on subsequent art are not highlighted, it represents a typical example of early 17th-century engraving techniques and religious themes.
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