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Confession

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a religious scene featuring a figure seated wearing a mitre, with another figure in a robe beside them. To their right stands a winged figure holding a staff. The figure's wings are detailed and green. The style of the drawing is defined by bold outlines and color blocking. The color scheme includes green, brown, and purple against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
1460/1470
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in rose, green, venetian red, lavender, and yellow
Dimensions
3701 × 2276 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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