1465
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Barbara is a 1465 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a woman with long blonde hair, dressed in a red robe over a blue dress, seated on a stone bench. She wears a gold crown and holds a small object in her right hand. Behind her is a tall, white building with a green roof, possibly a church or tower. The woman's attire and the building suggest a religious theme. The painting is rendered in a simple, flat style, with bold lines and bright colors. The use of red, blue, yellow, green, and gold creates a vibrant and eye-catching effect. The overall composition is straightforward, with the woman and building placed prominently in the center of the image. The painting's style and use of color are reminiscent of Renaissance art. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance.
This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.
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