The Coronation of the Virgin
1576
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
The Coronation of the Virgin is a 1576 ink by Jan Sadeler I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a group of figures in a cloudy sky. Two older men stand on either side of a young woman holding a baby, placing a crown on her head. Above them, a bird hovers. Smaller scenes in the corners show other religious figures in ornate frames. The text at the top and bottom is in Latin, hinting at a religious story. The lines and shading create deep shadows and texture, typical of this kind of print. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Jan Sadeler I (1550–1600) was a Flemish artist, born in Brussels.
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