Saint Hubert and the Stag

Unknown

early 16th century · Limestone, paint · The Cloisters

This relief represents the moment of Hubert's conversion, which occured when he encountered a white stag bearing a crucifix between its antlers while hunting during Holy Week. Renouncing all worldly life, Hubert first became a hermit, was later ordained a priest, and finally became the bishop of Liège. Deeply undercut, the relief depicts the miraculous scene with boldness and rich detail.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 16th century

Medium

Limestone, paint

Culture

East French

Department

The Cloisters

Credit line

The Cloisters Collection, 1925