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Saint Apollonia

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three figures. The central figure is sitting, while two others stand around them. The seated person has light blond hair styled close to their head, wearing a red robe with a green halo. One standing figure, to the left, holds an object resembling a chisel. This figure has curly blond hair and wears a green garment with red hose. The other standing figure, to the right, wears a large, pink hat and grey tunic. The background features grassy areas and buildings resembling churches or castles, with a radiant sun above them.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1450
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in red lake, green, yellow, and brown
Dimensions
2507 × 4646 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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