Andrew c. 16th century

Editor: Here we have "Andrew," an etching of unknown date by an anonymous artist, depicting a figure holding a book and a large cross. The stark contrasts are quite striking. What do you see in the composition? Curator: Note the convergence of lines drawing the eye toward the figure's face, a focal point reinforced by the halo. Observe how the stark lines create texture and volume, defining the drapery and the wood of the cross. Editor: It's interesting how the lines almost seem to vibrate. Curator: Indeed. The artist masterfully employs hatching and cross-hatching to create a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, giving the piece a sense of depth and movement. Editor: I never considered how the technique itself could be so expressive. Thanks!