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The Ascension

Workshop of Master of the Borders with the Four Fathers of the Church

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting depicting a group of figures surrounded by halos, gesturing towards a central point where hands and feet are visible. The figures wear robes with intricate patterns, and are enclosed by a border with floral motifs in gold tones. The style is reminiscent of medieval or early Renaissance religious art.

Artwork Details

Date
1460/1480
Medium
metalcut, hand-colored in yellow, red-brown lake, and green
Dimensions
2396 × 3254 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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