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Santo - San Antonio de Padua

Ranka S. Woods

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a figure of a monk or religious figure in a tunic, standing upright. The sculpture is primarily painted in blue and white with signs of wear, giving it an aged appearance. The tunic flows down, and the figure has a tonsured hairstyle. In one hand, the figure holds a small object, possibly depicting another human form in red and brown. The figure has minimal facial expression, with large eyes and a serene appearance. The sculpture appears to be made of wood with visible texture and paint chipping, giving it a historical look. It is placed on a rectangular base.

Artwork Details

Date
1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3234 × 4632 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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