The Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750, 1685

This is an illustration featuring a central figure surrounded by various other figures engaged in different actions. The main figure is depicted in a pose facing upwards, while the surrounding figures appear to be interacting with or responding to the central character. In the sky above, a figure is shown either flying or descending through the clouds. The surrounding figures are shown in different poses, hinting at a narrative of conflict or a historical/mythological event. The drawing uses soft, earthy tones with expressive linework to convey movement and emotion, with shading and cross-hatching to add depth and texture.

Kunstenaar: Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750
Datering: 1685
Soort: Tekening
Techniek: black chalk with pen and brown ink and brush and light brown wash, heightened with white gouache, on light blue laid paper
Afmetingen: 35,2 × 21,3 cm
Collectie: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie: Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is an illustration featuring a central figure surrounded by various other figures engaged in different actions. The main figure is depicted in a pose facing upwards, while the surrounding figures appear to be interacting with or responding to the central character. In the sky above, a figure is shown either flying or descending through the clouds. The surrounding figures are shown in different poses, hinting at a narrative of conflict or a historical/mythological event. The drawing uses soft, earthy tones with expressive linework to convey movement and emotion, with shading and cross-hatching to add depth and texture.

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750