Saint Amelberga 1516 - 1518

"Saint Amelberga" is a woodcut print created by Leonhard Beck between 1516 and 1518. The print depicts Saint Amelberga, a 7th-century female saint, kneeling in prayer. She is shown wearing a long, flowing gown and a veil, and her hands are clasped in prayer. The artwork is set in a landscape with mountainous peaks and a sun shining brightly above the saint, creating a serene and devotional atmosphere. The print showcases Beck's characteristic detailed style and the typical use of the woodcut medium during the Renaissance. The depiction of Saint Amelberga offers a glimpse into religious devotion during the era and serves as an exemplary example of the German Renaissance woodcut tradition.