Fourth Wise Virgin

Martin Schongauer

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a full-length figure of a woman. She is standing with her body slightly turned to the side and her head gently tilted. Her facial features are delicately drawn, with a slightly pointed chin, narrow eyes, and a composed expression. Her hair is adorned with a garland of foliage and partially covered by a sheer veil. She is dressed in a long flowing gown with voluminous sleeves, cinched at the waist. She holds a large cup or chalice with a flame rising from it in both hands, in front of her chest. The background is plain, and the initials "M S" are inscribed at the bottom.