A Man Born Blind Receives Sight

probably c. 1576/1580

Léonard Gaultier

Associated Names
Léonard Gaultier

Artist, French, 1561 - 1641

This is a drawing of a biblical scene set in an architectural environment. The artwork depicts an interaction occurring between two individuals, with one of them kneeling on the ground, while the other stands with an outstretched arm. In the foreground, this central interaction is framed by a group of observers. The setting features an intricate architectural backdrop with arched doorways and columns, alongside distant buildings and a large tree dominating the composition. The scene carries a sense of narrative or storytelling, typical in religious art, hinting at significant importance. The artist's style is focused on detailed line work and shading to create depth and form within a limited color palette, reminiscent of the Renaissance period.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 6.4 × 6.3 cm (2 1/2 × 2 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1001

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    IFF (1500), no. 26

  • 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. 26.

Wikidata ID

Q65510972

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