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Saint Margaret

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing in a side view, facing slightly left. The person has long hair, wears a crown, and has stylized facial features with prominent eyes and a defined jawline. They wear a grey cloak over a red garment, hold a staff in their left hand, and a small dragon-like creature is at their feet. The background is a light, textured surface.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1460
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in gray, rose, and yellow
Dimensions
2273 × 4479 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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