The Apostle Thomas
1514
Albrecht Dürer captures the Apostle Thomas in this striking 1514 engraving, standing barefoot with a radiant halo bursting behind his head. Thomas clutches a book to his chest and grips a long spear, the traditional symbol of his martyrdom. If you look closely at the stone block near his feet, you'll spot Dürer's famous 'AD' monogram and the date, a signature move that claimed ownership of his masterful work. This piece showcases Dürer's incredible ability to render flowing robes and textured hair using nothing but precise, cross-hatched lines.
- Technique
- engraving
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- paper
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