The Temptation of Christ

1548

Augustin Hirschvogel

Associated Names
Augustin Hirschvogel

Artist, German, 1503 - 1553

This is a drawing of two figures conversing with a backdrop of a building, a landscape, and ships in the distance. In the foreground, the drawing depicts two robed figures; one is pointing, while the other stands with a staff. The composition is intricate, with the figures detailed in draped robes. To the right, an architectural structure features prominently with two figures sitting on its corner, gesturing toward each other. The background showcases a hilly landscape with small ships sailing on the water. The drawing is enriched with German text at the bottom.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.149

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Schwarz 1971, no. 22


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1917

  • -- see Schwarz 1917 for full citation -- use 'Schwarz 1971' for Hirschvogel's "Konkordanz" prints only

Wikidata ID

Q65220350

You may be interested in

Loading Results