Apostel Jakobus de Mindere (Judas Thaddeüs?) c. 1470 - 1491

This engraving, created by the renowned German artist Martin Schongauer between 1470 and 1491, depicts the Apostle James the Less, also known as Jude Thaddeus. The figure is depicted in a realistic manner with detailed drapery and a three-dimensional quality. Schongauer's masterful use of line and shading is evident in the intricate detail of the apostle's robes and the subtle light and shadow effects throughout the composition. The inscription "M.t.S," the artist's monogram, appears in the lower right corner of the artwork, and the print itself is a testament to Schongauer's significant contribution to the development of printmaking in the late 15th century.