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The Lovers

Israhel van Meckenem after Wenzel von Olmutz after Master of the Housebook

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two seated individuals on a bench within an archway setting. The first individual is dressed in a long-sleeved top, shorts, and pointed shoes, with long, curly hair under a round cap. The second individual wears a long dress and a head covering, with hair hidden. They are holding a small furry animal. Nearby, there is a potted plant, an ornate basin, and decorative vines forming an archway. In the background, there is a round emblem with insignia.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3309 × 4055 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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