Saint Bernard of Clairvaux with the Instruments of the Passion
1625
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1625
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux with the Instruments of the Passion is a 1625 ink by Pieter de Jode I, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a man with a halo, holding a cross and a book. He is surrounded by various objects, including a ladder, a rooster, and a face in the background. The man is dressed in a robe and has a serious expression on his face. The objects around him are rendered in detail, with the ladder and rooster standing out in particular. The face in the background is less prominent, but still adds to the overall atmosphere of the painting. The use of pen, brown ink, and gray wash creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the objects and the man's facial expression. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, explore the work of Jode I, Pieter de.
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