The Visitation

Albrecht Altdorfer

National Gallery of Art

The image consists of intricate lines and shapes forming various figures and elements. Two figures are depicted in the center, draped in flowing robes that suggest movement. Their rounded hoods resemble those of medieval travelers. The figures appear to be embracing or engaging with each other amid a scene that includes clouds with smooth, curved lines floating overhead and foliage with densely packed lines to the right. In the background, an elderly figure stands with a long beard and a walking stick. The scenery in the backdrop evokes a medieval town with pointed rooftops, creating a sense of a distant and mystical setting.