Artwork
Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist

Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master S. It dates from 1502 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left, in image, in plate: S; below image, in plate: S. Johannes [?] Maria Magdalena - ora pro nob [?]; at top of sheet, in brown ink: pro. dextro choro
- Markings
- Marked:verso, stamped in brown ink: [mark of Rudolf Ritter von Gutmann (Lugt 2770)
About this work
Overview
Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist is an engraving on laid paper created by Master S in 1502.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts two saints, Mary Magdalene and John the Evangelist, standing together and facing each other, each holding a bowl and wearing a halo, set against a plain background with a decorative border.
Technique & Style
The engraving is characterized by fine lines, textures, and cross-hatching, which create a sense of depth, shading, and volume, contributing to the overall realism of the image.
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