Saint Bridget

Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480, c. 1480

This is a painting of a religious scene. In the center, a figure sits in ecclesiastical robes with a halo, holding a writing instrument and appearing to write in a book. They are surrounded by an angel. Above them, a divine vision occurs, including a dove and figures with halos. Additional elements such as shields and a monk-like figure in prayer are present. The scene suggests a profound moment of divine inspiration or revelation. The style is reminiscent of medieval religious art, possibly influenced by early European woodcuts.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480
Date
c. 1480
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in green, red, brown, and yellow
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a religious scene. In the center, a figure sits in ecclesiastical robes with a halo, holding a writing instrument and appearing to write in a book. They are surrounded by an angel. Above them, a divine vision occurs, including a dove and figures with halos. Additional elements such as shields and a monk-like figure in prayer are present. The scene suggests a profound moment of divine inspiration or revelation. The style is reminiscent of medieval religious art, possibly influenced by early European woodcuts.

Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480