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Saint Luke

Johann Ladenspelder

1536

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Saint Luke is a 1536 ink by Johann Ladenspelder, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Johann Ladenspelder
When & what style?: 1536 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

In this engraving, a man sits at a desk, intently painting a picture. He wears a robe and a hat, and has a long beard. A cow lies at his feet, and a sign on the wall behind him bears an inscription. The man's focus on his work is evident in his posture and expression. The level of detail in the engraving is impressive, with intricate lines and textures that bring the scene to life. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance art movement, which this painting is a part of, you might want to explore the works of other artists from this time period.