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The Vision of Saint Bernard, by Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, ink, 1524

The Vision of Saint Bernard

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert

1524

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Vision of Saint Bernard is a 1524 ink by Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert
When & what style?
1524 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows two figures kneeling in front of a fancy arch. On the left, a woman holds a baby while pointing upward. To the right, a robed man kneels with his hands together, looking down. Behind them, a detailed building with columns and a dome appears in the distance. The woman’s face looks calm, but the man’s posture shows deep focus. The date "1524" is written in the top corner, and the whole scene feels like a sacred moment. Next, check out how this was made using engraving.

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