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Saint Martin and the Beggar

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts two figures: a man on horseback and a kneeling man. The man on horseback is shown from head to foot, leaning forward, dressed in medieval clothing, with short hair, a halo, and holding a sword. The kneeling man is on his knees, partially covered with a cloth. In the background, there are trees and a building with a triangular roof. The scene is framed with an ornate border.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490
Medium
woodcut with hand coloring on laid paper
Dimensions
3443 × 4646 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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