1548
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Agony in the Garden is a 1548 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a scene from the Bible, with Jesus kneeling in prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. An angel appears above him, holding a cup. In the foreground, three apostles sleep, while a group of soldiers approaches in the background. The etching is done in a detailed and expressive style, with bold lines and shading that create a sense of depth and emotion. The scene is set against a dark and ominous background, which adds to the sense of drama and tension. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Renaissance movement.
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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