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Saint James the Great

Hans Baldung Grien

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an old man with a long, curly beard and wavy hair standing upright. He wears a hat with a scallop shell ornament, a robe with a cloak, a belt, and carries a staff and pouch. The background features radiating lines. The artwork is monochromatic with fine lines for depth and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1519
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
2907 × 4814 px
Public Domain
Yes
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