Saint Martin and the Mendicant 1903

Timothy Cole's 1903 engraving, "Saint Martin and the Mendicant", depicts a scene of Christian charity. Saint Martin, on horseback, is shown in the act of dividing his cloak to give to a beggar. The scene is rendered in Cole's signature detailed style, capturing the textures of the clothing and the horse's fur, along with the subtle nuances of light and shadow. This work is a fine example of Cole's mastery of the engraving technique, and serves as a powerful visual reminder of the virtue of charity.