Saint Mark 1660 - 1684

Jodocus Bickart’s etching "Saint Mark" (1660-1684) is a detailed portrait of the apostle. Saint Mark is depicted in a three-quarter view, with his head covered by a cloth, his face slightly turned towards the viewer. His facial features are emphasized with meticulous detail, including his thick beard and deep-set eyes. Bickart's print, created during the Baroque period, features a dramatic use of light and shadow, making the image appear almost three-dimensional. The etching's small size, 18 x 14 cm, adds to its intimacy, drawing the viewer in to appreciate the fine detail of Bickart’s technique.