Miracle of Saint Mark 1892

Timothy Cole created this engraving, titled "Miracle of Saint Mark", sometime in the late 19th, early 20th century. Cole lived in a time when reproductive engraving was a prominent way to circulate images of artworks to a wider audience, particularly among those who might not have access to museums. The engraving depicts a dramatic scene with Saint Mark intervening to prevent the torture of a slave. The composition, filled with figures in dynamic poses, captures a moment of intense physical and emotional drama. One might consider how Cole, as an engraver, interprets and translates the visual language of painting into the graphic medium of the print. The image is charged with historical and religious meaning. Cole's engraving invites a reflection on themes of power, justice, and divine intervention, prompting us to consider how these narratives resonate across different cultural and historical contexts. The engraving acts as both a historical artifact and a lens through which we can engage with enduring questions about human rights.