Risen Christ between Saints Andrew and Longinus
1472
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1472
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows three men standing side by side. The middle figure has no clothes, a smooth face, and one arm raised. The man on the left wears simple robes and leans on a tall cross. The man on the right holds a spear and stands in armor with a belt of coins. Notice how the artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, especially in the armor and fabric. This was a new way to make depth in prints. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one used metal plates and sharp tools to create detailed images.
