This is a drawing of a biblical scene set in an architectural environment. The artwork depicts an interaction occurring between two individuals, with one of them kneeling on the ground, while the other stands with an outstretched arm. In the foreground, this central interaction is framed by a group of observers. The setting features an intricate architectural backdrop with arched doorways and columns, alongside distant buildings and a large tree dominating the composition. The scene carries a sense of narrative or storytelling, typical in religious art, hinting at significant importance. The artist's style is focused on detailed line work and shading to create depth and form within a limited color palette, reminiscent of the Renaissance period.
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This is a drawing of a biblical scene set in an architectural environment. The artwork depicts an interaction occurring between two individuals, with one of them kneeling on the ground, while the other stands with an outstretched arm. In the foreground, this central interaction is framed by a group of observers. The setting features an intricate architectural backdrop with arched doorways and columns, alongside distant buildings and a large tree dominating the composition. The scene carries a sense of narrative or storytelling, typical in religious art, hinting at significant importance. The artist's style is focused on detailed line work and shading to create depth and form within a limited color palette, reminiscent of the Renaissance period.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A Man Born Blind Receives Sight

Léonard Gaultier

Date
probably c. 1576/1580
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
sheet: 6.4 × 6.3 cm (2 1/2 × 2 1/2 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1964.8.1001
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Scenes from the New Testament [1964.8.944-1025]

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Street
  • Christ
  • City
  • Man
  • Figures

NGA object ID 48150. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.