The Good Samaritan 1544 - 1566

"The Good Samaritan" is an etching by German artist Hanns Lautensack, created between 1544 and 1566. It depicts a scene from the biblical parable of the Good Samaritan, showing a wounded man being tended to by a passerby. The detailed composition of the forest setting features thick trees, branches, and leaves, creating a sense of depth and realism. Lautensack's masterful use of etching technique in the artwork highlights the textures of the forest and the figures. The scene is set in a dense forest setting, creating a sense of isolation and mystery. The artwork is currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago.