Abraham's Sacrifice

Albrecht Altdorfer, in or after 1520

This is a drawing of two figures and a supernatural being. One figure holds a sword and the other kneels before a flaming altar. An angelic figure with wings appears above them, reaching out towards the figures. The background shows rolling hills and clouds. The artwork features detailed line work and contrasts of light and shadow.
Artist
Albrecht Altdorfer
Date
in or after 1520
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
12 × 9.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of two figures and a supernatural being. One figure holds a sword and the other kneels before a flaming altar. An angelic figure with wings appears above them, reaching out towards the figures. The background shows rolling hills and clouds. The artwork features detailed line work and contrasts of light and shadow.

Albrecht Altdorfer