The Penance of Saint John Chrysostom

Albrecht Dürer
The Penance of Saint John Chrysostom
Engraving
c. 1496

Original engraving printed in black ink on laid paper bearing the “Bull’s Head with Flower” watermark (Meder 62, typically found in impressions of this state of this engraving).

A superb, rich and black 16th century/lifetime Meder “b” (of “f”) impression, showing bur behind and above the head of the central figure, with rich contrasts throughout.

Bartsch 63

c. 1496

7 3/16 x 4 3/4 inches
Framed size: 18 1/2 x 15 1/4 inches