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The Assumption of the Virgin

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a religious scene. The image shows figures in flowing robes, with a central figure rising towards a radiant figure in the heavens surrounded by clouds and angelic beings playing musical instruments. Below, figures are shown gazing upwards. The artwork features intricate lines and fine detailing in the cloth and expressions of each figure. The composition captures a moment of divine interaction and contemplation.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1633/1634
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2278 × 3450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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