The Choosing of Saint Matthias

Philip Galle after Maerten van Heemskerck

Associated Names
Philip Galle

Artist, Netherlandish, 1537 - 1612

Maerten van Heemskerck

Artist After, Netherlandish, 1498 - 1574

This is a drawing of a multi-scene architectural composition with figures engaged in various activities. The image is divided into different sections depicting several interactions. In the upper section, a figure addresses a group of seated individuals in an enclosed space. This area is detailed with architectural elements like columns and an ornate ceiling. Below, other figures converse near an entrance supported by columns, leading to a staircase that descends with figures further below. The background shows architectural cityscape views, with additional figures engaged in different activities. Complex lines and shading are used to depict depth and dimension to the structures and characters in the drawing.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.33.9

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 395, copy a


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

Q65576145

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