KRAFT, Adam
(b. 1455/60, Nürnberg, d. 1508/09, Nürnberg)

Self-Portrait

1493-96
Sandstone with partial painting, life-size
St. Lorenz, Nuremberg

The picture shows one of the supporting figures at the base of the Tabernacle which is supposed to be a self-portrait of Kraft. Crouching on one knee, Kraft looks outwards, holding a chisel and mallet. The hair and face have been delicately painted in naturalistic tones.