Saint Preaching to Heathens by Anonymous

Saint Preaching to Heathens n.d.

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drawing, print, paper, ink, ink-drawings, chalk, pen, black-chalk

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drawing

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toned paper

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ink painting

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print

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pencil sketch

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incomplete sketchy

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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paper

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ink

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underpainting

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ink-drawings

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chalk

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france

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men

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water

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pen

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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black-chalk

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watercolor

"Saint Preaching to Heathens" is a black chalk drawing by an anonymous artist. It depicts a saint standing in a group of people and preaching, holding a cross. The saint is positioned on a rocky outcrop, emphasizing his elevated status. This drawing is a depiction of a common religious theme that highlights the impact of a saint's teachings on others. The drawing was likely done in the 17th century as a preparatory study for a larger painting. It's currently held in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.

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