Preparation for the Passover
1585
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jan Sadeler I
Jan Sadeler I (1550–1600) was a Flemish artist, born in Brussels.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Preparation for the Passover is a 1585 ink by Jan Sadeler I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a busy indoor scene with a group of people gathered around a table. One man at the center holds a staff while others lean in, pointing or reaching for food. A dog lies near the table, and a small child sits outside, looking up. In the background, a window opens to a village with a church spire, while a winged figure hovers above. Notice the tiny details: the pitcher on the floor, the careful folds in the clothes, and the way light falls through the window. The Latin text at the bottom hints at a biblical story—this is about getting ready for Passover. Next, check out how this was made using engraving.
Jan Sadeler I (1550–1600) was a Flemish artist, born in Brussels.
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