Ein fraw zu Peham Kirchen ...
Master of the Miracles of Mariazell
1503
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Master of the Miracles of Mariazell
1503
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This woodcut shows a crowded scene with a woman lying in bed, surrounded by people. Above her, angels float in the sky, while a building with a church steeple stands in the background. The room looks simple, with a small table holding a bowl and a candle. The text below the image is in German, hinting this was meant to tell a story. The artist used sharp lines and shadows to create depth, typical of their style. Look up woodcut to see how artists carved images into wood blocks long before photography.
