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The Visitation

Albrecht Altdorfer

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts two robed figures embracing, with a bearded figure standing to their right against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and trees. The scene is detailed with patterns on the robes, textured clouds, and stylized trees. The use of line work creates texture and depth, typical of woodcut prints used for depicting biblical or historical scenes.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1513
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
2429 × 3577 px
Public Domain
Yes
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