Christ and the Woman of Samaria, c. 1470 (hand-coloured metalcut with green

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Christ and the Woman of Samaria, c. 1470 (hand-coloured metalcut with green

883736 Christ and the Woman of Samaria, c.1470 (hand-coloured metalcut with green, claret red & yellow) by Master of Jesus in Bethany (fl. c.1465-84); 23.8x17.5 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: Depicting a parable from the Gospel of John, in which Christ surprises a Samaritan woman at a well by asking her for a drink, before revealing himself as the Messiah.
The maker of this sophisticated metalcut used punches, gouges, and engraving tools to produce a rich array of textures that gives the surface an animated character, allowing it to compete with hand-painted imagery.); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Bequest of Herschel V. Jones; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Media ID 22742000

© Minneapolis Institute of Art Bequest of Herschel V. Jones / Bridgeman Images

Distance Distant Jews Perspective Samaritan Spring Waterhole Jewish Religion

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the artwork "Christ and the Woman of Samaria" created by the Master of Jesus in Bethany around 1470. The hand-coloured metalcut with vibrant shades of green, claret red, and yellow measures 23.8x17.5 cm and is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA. The image depicts a powerful parable from the Gospel of John where Christ surprises a Samaritan woman at a well by asking her for a drink. As their conversation unfolds, he reveals himself as the long-awaited Messiah. The artist behind this intricate metalcut employed various tools to create an array of textures that bring life to its surface, rivaling even hand-painted imagery. With its distant cityscape and serene landscape, this piece transports viewers into biblical times while highlighting important themes such as faith, cultural differences, and spiritual awakening. The composition skillfully captures both the physical setting – featuring a waterhole surrounded by buildings – and the emotional connection between Christ and this Samaritan woman. Through its meticulous details and masterful execution, "Christ and the Woman of Samaria" invites contemplation on religious teachings while celebrating artistic craftsmanship. This remarkable artwork serves as a testament to Netherlandish artistry during this period and continues to inspire viewers with its profound narrative about humanity's search for truth within diverse belief systems.

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