Saint Barthélemy

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, vers 1510–1515

The image shows a person standing upright with a robust build. The individual is holding the flayed skin of another person, with hands clasped in front. The person has a distinctive face with facial hair and hair, wearing a halo above their head. They are clothed in a robe, cloak, and sandals. The background features decorative elements like vines and flowers, with an ornate border.
Artiste
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
Datation
vers 1510–1515
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Gravure sur bois
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to block): 31,1 × 18,3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a person standing upright with a robust build. The individual is holding the flayed skin of another person, with hands clasped in front. The person has a distinctive face with facial hair and hair, wearing a halo above their head. They are clothed in a robe, cloak, and sandals. The background features decorative elements like vines and flowers, with an ornate border.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere