The Raising of Lazarus

probably c. 1576/1580

Léonard Gaultier

Associated Names
Léonard Gaultier

Artist, French, 1561 - 1641

This is a drawing of a biblical scene with figures, architecture, and a landscape. It shows an ancient cityscape with architectural elements like arches, towers, and various buildings against a mountainous backdrop. In the foreground, figures are depicted in various poses, with some gesturing. A pathway extends into the distance, leading to more figures and structures under a partly cloudy sky. The drawing is detailed with linework showing texture in the figures' clothing and surroundings, resembling early European etchings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 6.5 × 6.7 cm (2 9/16 × 2 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1014

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    IFF (1500), no. 31

  • Series Title

    Scenes from the New Testament [1964.8.944-1025]

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1932

  • Linzeler, André. Inventaire du fonds français; graveurs du seizième siècle. Paris, 1932: no. 31.

Wikidata ID

Q65510986

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