Christ Admonishes His Disciples
1578
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1578
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows four men standing under a big tree. One man, with a halo, faces the others while gesturing with his hands. Behind them is a small town with towers and a river running through it. The men are dressed in loose robes, and the scene looks quiet and calm. The artist used tiny lines to build up shadows and details, especially in the robes and faces. This method makes the image look three-dimensional even though it’s just ink on paper. Want to see more? Check out engraving to learn how artists create depth with just lines.
