Saint Roch
1605
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1605
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Saint Roch is a 1605 ink by Oliviero Gatti, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts Saint Roch, a man in a simple robe and hat, kneeling in prayer outside a rustic building. He holds a staff in his right hand and a book in his left. The building's wooden structure and thatched roof are visible behind him. To the right, an angel descends from the clouds, while a dog stands beside Saint Roch. In the background, a landscape with trees and hills stretches out, with a city visible in the distance. The engraving's cross-hatching technique creates a sense of depth and texture. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the piece. To learn more about the artistic style of this era, explore the Baroque movement.
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