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Saint James the Less

Hans Baldung Grien

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a standing man in a stylized illustration. The person is standing with one foot slightly forward, holding an object resembling a double-headed sword. His face has a full, curly beard and wild hair. He wears long, flowing robes with intricate folds. Rays emanate from his head, creating a halo effect. Small plants or foliage are near his feet, and the background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
1519
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
2986 × 4858 px
Public Domain
Yes
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