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Apostles Peter and John Healing the Paralytic
Apostles Peter and John Healing the Paralytic is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Lambert Suavius. It dates from 1553 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:upper left in plate 6 line inscription; lower center in plate 6 line inscription; lower right in plate: 1553 / INVENTORE.AC / CAELATORE / SVAVIO
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Overview
Apostles Peter and John Healing the Paralytic is a print by Lambert Suavius, created in 1553 using etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a crowded scene of robed figures surrounding a man on the ground, conveying a sense of drama through varied expressions and body language.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the image features strong lines and shading, with fine details that capture the emotional intensity of the scene.
Context
The work showcases the artist's skill with precise linework, characteristic of etching, a technique that allows for detailed renderings.
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