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The Penance of St. John Chrysostom

Albrecht Dürer

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white image of a woman breastfeeding a baby. The woman has long wavy hair and is sitting on a rock, holding the baby to her bare breast. She appears to be naked. There are several large rocks and some grass behind her. In the background, there is a town or village. The image is a drawing or engraving, with detailed lines and shading. The style appears to be Renaissance. The woman and baby are the main focus, with the landscape behind them. The image conveys a sense of intimacy and nurturing.

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599 × 893 px
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