Saint Alto, Saint Bridget and the Founders  of the Mariamunster

Saint Alto, Saint Bridget and the Founders of the Mariamunster

German 15th Century

1500

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in a garden, with a church in the background. The figures are dressed in old-fashioned clothing and are gathered around a woman who is holding a book. The painting is done in a style that was popular during the Renaissance, with bold lines and bright colors. The artist has used a technique called woodcut to create the image, which gives it a distinctive texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Renaissance movement.

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