The Temptation of Saint Anthony

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, 1506

This is a drawing featuring a mix of creatures and a landscape. The upper portion shows mythical beings and creatures with unique features engaged in interactions, conveying movement and turmoil. The lower portion depicts a detailed landscape with a town, hills, and a river, offering a serene backdrop. The style is reminiscent of Albrecht Dürer's work known for blending fantastical elements with detailed realism.
Artist
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
Date
1506
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to image): 40.3 × 27.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing featuring a mix of creatures and a landscape. The upper portion shows mythical beings and creatures with unique features engaged in interactions, conveying movement and turmoil. The lower portion depicts a detailed landscape with a town, hills, and a river, offering a serene backdrop. The style is reminiscent of Albrecht Dürer's work known for blending fantastical elements with detailed realism.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere