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Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine

Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine, by Edward Jakob von Steinle, chalk, 1866
Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine, by Edward Jakob von Steinle, chalk, 1866

Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine is a chalk drawing by the Impressionist artist Edward Jakob von Steinle. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Inscribed:lower left in black chalk: ES (in monogram) / 1866

About this work

This painting is titled Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine. It was created by Edward Jakob von Steinle in 1866. The artist used black chalk and gray wash on laid paper to create the piece, which is now held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, and is associated with the Impressionism and Realism movements. You can learn more about the movement Realism.

Overview

Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine is a drawing by Edward Jakob von Steinle, executed in 1866 using black chalk with blue and gray wash on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a religious scene where Saint Wenzel is shown preparing hosts while two youths assist with wine pressing, conveying a narrative of sacred labor and assistance.

Technique & Style

Technically, the work combines black chalk for definition with blue and gray washes for tonal depth, stylistically aligning with Realist attention to detail and everyday religious life.

History & Provenance

Created in 1866 by Edward Jakob von Steinle, the drawing is currently part of the National Gallery of Art collection in Washington, D.C.

Context

While associated in collections with Impressionism and Realism, the piece's religious subject and detailed technique more closely reflect a Realist approach to depicting sacred themes.

Legacy

The drawing's legacy is intertwined with its collection at the National Gallery of Art, contributing to the visibility of Steinle's work within a broader European artistic context of the late 19th century.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine?

Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine was painted by Edward Jakob von Steinle in 1866.

Where can I see Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine?

Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine?

Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine?

Museum-quality prints of Saint Wenzel Cooking Hosts as Two Youths Press Wine are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.