Interior of the Church of Saint Maria Magdalena with the Parable of the Offering of the Widow
1530
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1530
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a church interior with tall arches and detailed stonework. People in old-fashioned clothes stand below, some pointing or talking. The walls have tall windows and a balcony above. The ceiling curves in ribbed patterns, and small figures in the corners look like angels. The artist used lines to create depth, making the church feel real. This style was common in the 1500s. Next, check out etching, drypoint, aquatint to see how artists made prints like this.
