The Temptation of Saint Anthony
1509
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1509
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Temptation of Saint Anthony is a 1509 ink by Lucas van Leyden, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a serene scene of a monk and a woman standing in front of a tree. The monk, dressed in a long robe, is seated on a rock, holding a book and gesturing with his right hand. The woman, wearing a long dress and head covering, stands to his right, holding a lantern in her left hand. The background of the image features a rocky landscape with trees and a distant village. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of contemplation and quiet reflection. For more information on the Renaissance movement, which this image is a part of, look up Renaissance.
