Saint John the Evangelist
1545
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1545
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint John the Evangelist is a 1545 ink by Lambert Suavius, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a half-naked man leaning on a stone ledge. His head is resting on his hand, and he looks tired or lost. Behind him, shelves hold stacked books and odd-shaped objects, while a curtain drapes over the right side. The artist used tiny lines to create shadows and texture, making the scene feel detailed. This style was common in prints from the 1500s. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made intricate prints.
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