Christ Telling His Disciples of the Parable of the Dragnet
1578
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1578
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Christ Telling His Disciples of the Parable of the Dragnet is a 1578 ink by Léonard Gaultier, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a scene from the Bible, with Jesus standing in the center, surrounded by his disciples. He is shown wearing a long robe and has his arms outstretched as he speaks to the group. The disciples are gathered around him, listening intently to his words. In the background, there is a body of water, possibly a lake or river, with a few boats visible on the shore. The scene is set in a serene and peaceful environment, with trees and hills visible in the distance. The engraving is a beautiful example of Renaissance art, with intricate details and textures that bring the scene to life. For more information on this style of art, look into the Renaissance movement.
Léonard Gaultier, or, as he sometimes signed himself, Galter, a French engraver, was born at Mainz about 1561, and died in Paris in 1641.
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