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The Head of Christ

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a monochrome illustration of a long-haired, bearded figure with intricate line work. The figure is centrally positioned, looking outward with a composed expression. The hair is wavy, cascading down both sides of the face. Radiating lines create a halo effect around the head. The background is textured and neutral, highlighting the central figure. Below the image, there is a block of text in a decorative typeface framed by a border.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1500/1510
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3088 × 4947 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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