Saint Joachim Embracing Saint Anna

1520

Lucas van Leyden

Associated Names
Lucas van Leyden

Artist, Netherlandish, 1489/1494 - 1533

The image shows two figures embracing each other closely. They are positioned face to cheek in a gentle manner. The figure on the left has a covered head, while the figure on the right has a long beard and short hair. Both individuals wear long, flowing robes. They are in an architectural setting with solid structures in the background, along with some foliage on the left side.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5655

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 34, State (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

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-

Wikidata ID

Q65023399

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