Saint Matthew

1519

Hans Baldung Grien

Associated Names
Hans Baldung Grien

Artist, German, 1484/1485 - 1545

The image shows an elderly man standing with a contemplative expression. He has a long, flowing beard and short hair, partially bald. He wears long robes down to his feet, where his toes are visible. He holds an open book in his left hand and a staff with a distinctive pointed top in his right hand. A halo surrounds his head. The background is simple with stylized foliage at the bottom corners. Above his left shoulder are initials and the date "1519."

Media Options

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

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.910

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 86


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q64957180

You may be interested in

Loading Results