Saint Christopher (recto)

Hermann Weyer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a figure carrying another figure on its shoulders through a body of water. The scene depicts motion and struggle as the large figure supports the smaller figure with a long staff. The smaller figure is encircled by radiating lines. The sky has swirling lines indicating strong winds, and there are distant architectural outlines visible. Strong lines and cross-hatching create texture and depth in the drawing.