Eleazar Burned by Antiochus
1591
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Crispijn van de Passe I
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Eleazar Burned by Antiochus is a 1591 ink by Crispijn van de Passe I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a chaotic scene with a half-naked man in the center, being dragged by a group of people. On the left, a woman holds a spear and looks upward, while on the right, a bearded man with a sword watches. In the background, a small building and a crowd of figures add to the drama. The lines are sharp and detailed, creating a sense of movement and tension. The text at the bottom reads like a Latin phrase, hinting this is a story from history or religion. The artist used fine lines to build up shadows and shapes, making the figures stand out. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one carved intricate details into metal plates.
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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