St. Matthias, from Apostles n.d.

"St. Matthias", an engraving by Martin Schongauer, depicts the apostle holding a halberd, a weapon traditionally associated with St. Matthias. The image is an example of the artist's detailed, realistic style, characteristic of Northern Renaissance art. Schongauer, a prominent German printmaker, is known for his masterful handling of line and shading, evident in the intricate folds of St. Matthias’s robe and the subtle texture of the ground. This work, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, stands as a testament to Schongauer's significant contributions to the development of printmaking in 15th-century Europe.