1548
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Christ Heals a Blind and Dumb Demoniac is a 1548 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a group of people gathered around a man kneeling on the ground. One standing figure points toward him while another holds a branch with leaves. In the background, a small town sits on a hill. The people look serious, and the scene feels dramatic. The text below is in German and refers to a biblical story about healing. This print uses fine lines to create shadows and texture, typical of its time. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like Hirschvogel made detailed prints.
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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