1480
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Francis and Saint Clara is a 1480 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image presents a woodcut painting, hand-colored in brown, rose, green, black, and yellow, featuring two figures standing in front of a brick wall. The figure on the left wears a brown robe with a red sash, while the figure on the right is dressed in a long brown robe and holds a staff adorned with a decorative top. Both figures have halos around their heads. The background of the painting is a simple yet effective depiction of a brick wall, with a grassy area at the bottom. The overall composition is straightforward, with the two figures taking center stage. The style of the painting is reminiscent of the Renaissance period, characterized by its use of bold lines and vivid colors. For more information on this style, look up the Renaissance movement.
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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