Saint Judas Thaddaeus
1480
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1480
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving depicts a man with curly hair and a beard, wearing a long robe. He stands with his weight on one leg, holding the hem of his robe with one hand and pointing with the other. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a figure from the Renaissance era. The engraving technique used to create this image is notable for its level of detail and texture. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Schongauer, Martin.