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Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist

Master S

1502

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist is a 1502 ink by Master S, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Master S
When & what style?: 1502 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts two saints standing side by side, facing each other. Saint Mary Magdalene is on the right, wearing a long robe and holding a bowl. Her hair is tied back, and she has a halo around her head. Saint John the Evangelist is on the left, also wearing a long robe and holding a bowl. He has a halo around his head as well. The background is plain, with a decorative border around the image. The engraving is done in a detailed and intricate style, with fine lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of shading and volume, adding to the overall realism of the piece. The National Gallery of Art, Washington is a great place to explore more Renaissance art and learn about the techniques used in this engraving.