Apollo and Daphne
1502
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1502
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Apollo and Daphne is a 1502 ink by Hans Süss von Kulmbach, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This woodcut shows a man and a woman in a landscape. The man is on the left, wearing a dress and holding a branch. The woman is on the right, wearing a long robe and holding a bow and arrow. She has leaves in her hair. The scene is set in a rocky area with plants and trees. The figures are detailed, with intricate lines and textures. The woman's robe is flowing, and the man's dress is draped around him. The woodcut is a detailed and expressive work, showcasing the artist's skill with the medium. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance.
Hans Süss von Kulmbach (1510–1515) was an artist.
See the richer artist page
