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Saint Bartholomew

Israhel van Meckenem after Master E.S.

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a standing man holding a large knife in one hand and a book in the other. He has curly hair, a thick beard, and a serious expression. He is wearing a long robe with a cloak draped over his shoulders, adorned with patterns. His footwear also has patterns. The background shows a plain wall with the name "Sanct Bartholomeus" written above, and a tiled floor.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1470/1480
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2652 × 4691 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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