Saint Matthew, from The Four Evangelists 1539
heinrichaldegrever
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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light pencil work
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pen drawing
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
"Saint Matthew, from The Four Evangelists" is a 1539 engraving by German Renaissance artist Heinrich Aldegrever. The print depicts Saint Matthew seated on a cloud, receiving divine inspiration from God. God's hand appears in the upper left corner, while Saint Matthew holds a scroll and a book. The dynamic composition and intricate details are typical of Aldegrever's style. This print is considered a masterpiece of Northern Renaissance art.
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