{"product_id":"the-incredulity-of-saint-thomas-nicolaas-hogenberg","title":"The Incredulity of Saint Thomas - Nicolaas Hogenberg","description":"\u003cp\u003eA circular study of the Incredulity of Saint Thomas by Nicolaas Hogenberg, rendered in pen and ink with grey wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis circular composition by Nicolaas Hogenberg depicts the biblical narrative of the Incredulity of Saint Thomas. The scene captures the moment when the apostle reaches out to touch the side of the resurrected Christ, a gesture intended to verify the physical reality of the event. Hogenberg employs a delicate use of pen and brown ink, supplemented by subtle grey washes to define form and depth within the figures and the architectural setting.\n\nThe figures are arranged in a semi-circle, creating a sense of enclosure around the central interaction. Christ stands as the anchor of the composition, holding a staff, while the surrounding apostles observe the encounter with varied expressions of contemplation and surprise. The architectural background, featuring arched windows and a central column, provides a structured environment that directs the viewer's attention toward the primary figures. The circular format, or tondo, is a characteristic choice for such devotional subjects, often intended for inclusion in larger decorative schemes or as an independent study for stained glass or metalwork.\n\nHogenberg, a member of a prominent family of artists active in the early sixteenth century, demonstrates a command of line and anatomical proportion typical of the period. The work reflects the influence of contemporary printmaking techniques, where clarity of outline and controlled shading were essential for the reproduction of religious imagery. The absence of heavy colour allows the viewer to focus on the draughtsmanship and the psychological tension between the figures. This print reproduction captures the nuances of the original ink and wash technique, preserving the artist's precise handling of light and shadow. It is a representative example of Northern Renaissance graphic art, demonstrating the technical skill and thematic focus common to the era's religious commissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-small-crucifixion-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Small Crucifixion - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/market-with-christ-and-the-woman-taken-in-adultery-pieter-aertsen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMarket with Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery - Pieter Aertsen — Pieter Aertsen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nicolas Hogenberg","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58174216405327,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58175589908815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58175589941583,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58175589974351,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58175590007119,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58175590039887,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58175590072655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58175590105423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58175590138191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58175590170959,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58175590203727,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58175590236495,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Incredulity-of-Saint-Thomas_Poster_CompositorV1_1783480087139.jpg?v=1783586422","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/the-incredulity-of-saint-thomas-nicolaas-hogenberg","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}