Saint Mark 1518

This engraving by Agostino Veneziano, created in 1518, depicts Saint Mark, a prominent figure in the early Christian church. Saint Mark is traditionally associated with a lion, which appears in the artwork as a winged creature supporting the saint's feet. He is portrayed writing on a scroll while seated on a cloud, radiating light, and surrounded by a heavenly halo. This artwork reflects the Renaissance-era fascination with classical themes and depictions of religious figures, and is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.