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The Three Women at the Tomb [recto]

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three figures facing an angel figure above. The angel is perched on a tomb with light rays emanating from its head. The figures wear long robes with cloaks covering their heads. One figure has their back turned, another holds a container, and the third holds a circular object. All figures have halos. The background consists of rocky terrain with vegetation and a cloudy sky with rays of light. The style is detailed with shading for depth and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1600
Medium
pen and brush and black ink with gray wash heightend with white on gray prepared paper
Dimensions
3327 × 4307 px
Public Domain
Yes
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