Wrath

Mark Making Method: Push engraving

Mixed Media: Stick and thread

Matrix: Zinc

Paper: Hahnemuhle Copperplate White

Printing Ink: Gamblin Bone Black Etching Ink

Size: 5" x 8"

Year: 2024

Description: This print is a study of an engraving by Albrecht Dürer in 1511 named Cain Killing Abel. I changed the head of Cain to a goat head with exaggerated horns, symbolizing evil or the devil. I also changed the head of Abel to the skull of a bird representing the death of the innocent.

This print was created for the MAPC Natural Forces themed portfolio exchange. There is an edition of 25 plus 5 artist proofs.

Wrath 2024

Wrath (AP 1)

Wrath Detail 2024

Wrath (Detail)

Durer Cane and Abel 1511

Cain Killing Abel (Albrecht Durer, 1511)

Wrath Sewing 2 2024

Wrath (detail of sewing)