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Lucretia Standing at a Column

Barthel Beham

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing upright next to a large pillar. The person is unclothed and holding a piece of cloth on their arm. They have long hair and detailed facial features, including closed lips. The setting includes architectural elements and a decorative stone structure. The image appears to be an engraving or etching with fine lines and hatching.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1524
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2451 × 3365 px
Public Domain
Yes
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