Sibylla Erythraea
1625
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1625
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Sibylla Erythraea is a 1625 ink by Paul Maupin, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a woman holding a baby and a small animal, maybe a lamb. She’s dressed in flowing robes and wears a crown of leaves or vines. The background is simple, with a few scattered rocks and a hint of grass. The artist used lines to create soft shadows and textures, like the folds in her clothes. The paper has a slightly rough look, typical of woodcut prints. Next, check out the technique: woodcut to see how artists carved images into wood blocks.
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