Jesus Christ Appearing to Saint Roch
1626
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1626
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a chaotic scene of people in dramatic poses. Some figures are reaching upward, while others are sprawled on the ground. One person is being lifted by a winged figure holding a scroll. The background has a balcony with a railing and a building with windows. The whole image is in black and white, with lots of shading to show movement and emotion. One detail stands out: the text at the bottom reads *"Sancte Roche Ora Pro Nobis,"* which is Latin for *"Saint Roch, pray for us."* This suggests the scene is tied to a religious story, though the exact moment isn’t clear from the image alone. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists use lines and shading to create depth.
