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Unknown Saint

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a textured depiction of a person. The figure is positioned centrally, faced forward, with obscured facial features. The outline of a head is visible, but hair details are not clear. The clothing forms flowing lines, possibly a robe, with no clear design details. No visible jewelry or objects are held. The aged background has a consistent mottled pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1480
Medium
paste print
Dimensions
2240 × 2351 px
Public Domain
Yes
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