1549
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Woe is Pronounced on the Scribes and Pharisees is a 1549 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows four winged figures holding scrolls with the word "Woe" written in big, bold letters. They’re flying in a circle, each with a different pose—some look angry, others seem to be shouting. The background is plain, but the figures are detailed, with feathers and swirling clouds around them. The text below lists Bible verses about warning the powerful. This wasn’t just decoration—it was a message about hypocrisy. If you like this style, check out etching to see how artists like Hirschvogel made prints.
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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