Apostel Bartholomeus 1570 - 1600

"Apostel Bartholomeus" (1570-1600) is an engraving by Johann Sadeler I, a prominent German printmaker of the late 16th century. The artwork depicts Saint Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, with a halo above his head. He is holding a flaying knife, referencing his traditional martyrdom. The image is a classic example of engraving, a technique that uses a burin to carve lines into a metal plate, which is then inked and printed on paper. The artwork's detail and precision are typical of Sadeler's style, highlighting his mastery of the medium.