The image depicts a drawing of a young child, titled "The Infant St. John the Baptist," created by Godfrey Kneller. The child has curly hair and is barefoot, wearing a cloth wrapped around their body. The child holds a staff with a cross on top in their left hand and their right hand is on top of their left. To the left of the child is a small dog. The drawing is rendered in red on aged, yellowed paper with visible signs of wear, including stains, tears, and discoloration. The background of the drawing is plain and unadorned.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 609 × 900 px
- Museum Record
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