1513
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint John the Baptist in the Desert is a 1513 ink by Lucas van Leyden, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a man sitting on the ground, surrounded by trees and rocks. He is dressed in a long robe with a cloak draped over his shoulders, and his right arm is extended outward. The man's curly hair and beard are visible, and he appears to be looking downward. In the background, a few branches and leaves are visible, adding to the natural setting of the scene. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of serenity and contemplation. This image is reminiscent of the work of Lucas van Leyden, a Dutch painter and engraver known for his detailed and expressive depictions of biblical scenes.
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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