The Transfiguration

Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480, c. 1475

This is a painting of a religious scene with figures surrounded by clouds and one prominent central figure radiating light. The central figure is depicted standing on a hilly landscape with rays emanating from its body. There are two figures seated on clouds above and three figures on the ground gazing up. All figures are dressed in vibrant robes and have halos. The scene uses bold outlines and vivid colors against a light background, typical of religious iconography. This style resembles medieval religious painters, often seen in illuminated manuscripts and ecclesiastical art.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480
Date
c. 1475
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut in warm black ink, hand-colored in red lake, blue, yellow, rose, orange, and silver
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a religious scene with figures surrounded by clouds and one prominent central figure radiating light. The central figure is depicted standing on a hilly landscape with rays emanating from its body. There are two figures seated on clouds above and three figures on the ground gazing up. All figures are dressed in vibrant robes and have halos. The scene uses bold outlines and vivid colors against a light background, typical of religious iconography. This style resembles medieval religious painters, often seen in illuminated manuscripts and ecclesiastical art.

Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480