1480
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Simon is a 1480 ink by Martin Schongauer, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a man standing in profile, facing left. He has long, wavy hair and a beard, and is dressed in a long robe with a cloak draped over his left shoulder. His right hand holds a book, while his left hand rests on a ledge or railing. The man's feet are bare, and he stands on a flat surface. The background of the engraving is plain, with no visible details or textures. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the focus squarely on the figure of the man. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.
Martin Schongauer, also known as Martin Schön or Hübsch Martin by his contemporaries, was an Alsatian engraver and painter.
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