Saint John the Evangelist

Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical religious scene with figures engaged in a ritual. The illustration depicts a detailed gathering of individuals in a religious setting. A central figure is kneeling on the steps in front of an ornately decorated altar. The scene includes onlookers to the left, dressed in period-appropriate clothing. The woodcut style features detailed shading and line work, emphasizing expressions and postures. The altar is adorned with intricate carvings and possibly shields or heraldic symbols, with an extended candlestick on the left.