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Letter K

Hans Lützelburger after Hans Holbein the Younger

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a drawing of an ornate letter 'K' with two figures in historical attire. The left figure is skeletal with a long conical hat, while the right figure is dressed in detailed robes with a chain around the neck and a wide-brimmed hat. The drawing features fine lines and intricate patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1523
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
1904 × 1923 px
Public Domain
Yes
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