Alexander and the High Priest of Jerusalem
1515
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1515
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Alexander and the High Priest of Jerusalem is a 1515 ink by Master IRs, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a bearded man in a long robe handing a wreath to a kneeling woman dressed in armor. Behind them is a grand building with columns and a dome. The scene looks like it’s set outdoors, with rocky ground and a few scattered plants. The woman’s armor is detailed, and the man’s robe flows loosely. The wreath he offers suggests a moment of victory or honor. The artist used lines to create shadows and texture, giving the figures depth. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one carved images into metal plates.
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