1549
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Punishment of Ananias and Sapphira is a 1549 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a dramatic scene with five figures. One man stands tall, pointing down at a woman on the ground who’s clutching her chest. Two other men nearby look on, while another figure in the background holds a bundle. The setting appears to be outdoors, with rough trees and rocky ground. The text below is in German and hints at a story of betrayal and punishment. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture movement and emotion. Next, look up etching to see how this technique works.
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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