1549
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Opening of the Seventh Seal is a 1549 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a large circle with a smaller circle inside. The inner circle has a scene of a city on fire, with people running and buildings burning. The outer circle has various objects and figures, including a sun, a moon, and several angels. The scene is depicted in a style that suggests a sense of chaos and destruction. The use of fire and smoke creates a sense of urgency and danger. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance movement, you can explore the works of artists like Hirschvogel, Augustin, who created this etching in 1549.
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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