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Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery

Netherlandish 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an architectural interior with figures. The scene shows a group of individuals within a grand classical architectural setting characterized by tall columns and a large, ornate doorway. The figures are dressed in traditional, flowing robes. The background architecture includes intricate details like pilasters and a circular window above the door. The floor is a checkered pattern. The drawing uses sepia tones and a composition style reminiscent of European Renaissance art.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown and gray wash on laidpaper
Dimensions
4349 × 3233 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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