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Fire, by Jan Sadeler I, ink, 1587

Fire

Jan Sadeler I

1587

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Fire is a 1587 ink by Jan Sadeler I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jan Sadeler I
When & what style?
1587 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a muscular figure with wings, holding a flaming torch in one hand. His face is intense, hair wild, and he’s mid-motion, like he’s throwing something. The background swirls with clouds and fire, giving a sense of chaos and power. The artist used sharp lines and shading to create depth, focusing on the figure’s strength. This style was common in engravings of the time. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.

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