The Parables of the Lost Sheep, the Woman with Pieces of Silver and the Prodigal Son
1578
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1578
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Parables of the Lost Sheep, the Woman with Pieces of Silver and the Prodigal Son is a 1578 ink by Léonard Gaultier, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a scene of a man speaking to a crowd, with a cityscape in the background. The man, dressed in robes, stands on a raised platform, addressing a group of people who are seated or standing around him. In the background, a city with buildings and a mountain range can be seen. The engraving is done in a detailed style, with intricate lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of shading and volume, adding to the overall visual impact of the piece. The engraving is a product of the Renaissance movement, which is characterized by its attention to detail and realism. To learn more about this style and technique, you can explore the work of Gaultier, Léonard.
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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