St.Christopher carrying the Infant Christ 1511
albrechtdurer
britishmuseum
print, woodcut, engraving
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narrative illustration
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narrative-art
# print
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pen illustration
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figuration
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ink line art
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jesus-christ
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woodcut
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christianity
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line
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history-painting
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northern-renaissance
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engraving
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christ
"St. Christopher carrying the Infant Christ" is a woodcut by Albrecht Dürer, created in 1511. The artwork depicts the biblical story of St. Christopher carrying the Christ child across a river. Dürer's intricate detail and masterful use of light and shadow create a sense of drama and reverence in the composition. The woodcut is a testament to Dürer's skill as a printmaker and is a beloved example of Northern Renaissance art. The work can be viewed at the British Museum in London.
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