Christ Stilling the Storm

after Master IB

Associated Names
Master IB

Artist After, German, active c. 1523/1530

This is a drawing of a boat in turbulent seas. The drawing depicts a small boat caught in a stormy sea with a group of figures onboard. The sea is illustrated with swirling lines representing waves. Above, the sky is filled with cloud formations, and there is a burst of light emanating from a cloud. The boat is detailed, showing oars and maritime elements. The figures inside the boat display varied expressions and gestures as they navigate through the storm. The background includes elements that suggest land, such as faint outlines of buildings or cliffs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2721

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 2, State (copy in reverse)


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Rostowsky and Baron Adalbert von Lanna [1836-1909], Prague, Bohemia (Lugt 2773); Paul J. Sachs, Cambridge; purchased 1938 by Lessing J. Rosenwald; gift to NGA, 1943.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q64953724

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