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Saint Agnes

German 15th Century

1450

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Saint Agnes is a 1450 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: German 15th Century
When & what style?: 1450 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a woman with long, wavy blonde hair, wearing a blue robe over a white dress with black dots. She has a red halo around her head and holds a green plant in her right hand. A lamb is at her feet, looking up at her. The woman's attire is detailed, with a red belt around her waist and a white head covering. The background of the painting is a warm, orange-tan color, which complements the cool tones of the woman's blue robe. The overall effect is one of serenity and devotion. This painting is reminiscent of the work of German 15th Century artists, who were known for their detailed and expressive woodcuts.