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Christ Child with Three Angels

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a seated figure with a halo and a group of winged figures. The main figure is seated on a throne-like structure, holding an orb and raising a hand. This figure has a halo depicted with linear segments. Surrounding this figure are three winged figures, likely angels, clad in colorful robes and wings. They appear to be in a posture of reverence or prayer. The background is simplistic with a green area at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1460/1470
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in green, venetian red, yellow, and lavender
Dimensions
3542 × 2629 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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