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Saint George on Foot

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person wearing historical or medieval-style armor. The individual is standing upright and facing forward. The facial features are within a helmet covering most of the head. The figure wears ornate armor, including a helmet, shoulder guards, and a pleated skirt-like lower portion. The person holds a long spear or staff. The background is plain, and the image is in black and white on aged paper.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
niello print
Dimensions
1316 × 2543 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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