The Miraculous Draught of Fishes c. 1520

Ugo da Carpi's "The Miraculous Draught of Fishes" (c. 1520) is a chiaroscuro woodcut depicting a scene from the Gospel of Luke. The composition focuses on a group of fishermen pulling in their net overflowing with fish, while a figure representing Christ gestures towards the abundance. Carpi utilizes contrasts of light and shadow to create a sense of drama and depth, characteristic of the chiaroscuro woodcut style. This work, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Carpi's mastery of the technique, which allowed him to create powerful and dramatic depictions of religious scenes.