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Lamentation for Christ

Hans Baldung Grien

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures with halos, one sitting and one reclining. The scene is rendered in a circular format with intricate line work. The figure on the left is sitting with hands clasped, wearing draped garments, and has a radiant halo surrounding their head. To the right, a reclining figure also with a radiant halo appears to be resting. Behind them are architectural structures and natural formations in the background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1512
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3309 × 3264 px
Public Domain
Yes
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