1550
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Christ and His Disciples I is a 1550 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This woodcut shows five tall, narrow scenes in a row, framed like church arches. Each panel has figures in flowing robes—some standing, some holding staffs or books. The middle figure in the center panel looks like a haloed person with a long robe, standing on clouds. The other panels show groups of people in dramatic poses, with tiny angels and architectural details filling the background. The artist used sharp lines and heavy shading to create depth, almost like a sketch carved into wood. This style was common for spreading religious stories before printing was widespread. Next, check out how this technique: woodcut worked in the Renaissance.
A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.
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