Saint Thomas
1626
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1626
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This woodcut print depicts a saintly figure, Saint Thomas, standing upright with a halo encircling his head. He is dressed in a long robe, holding a staff in his right hand and a book in his left. The saint's facial features are characterized by a long beard and wavy hair. The image is rendered in a simple yet expressive style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the saint is lost in thought. For more information on the artistic techniques used in this woodcut, look up the technique "woodcut".