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Bas Relief Plaque

Stanley Mazur

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a relief scene of a crucified figure, bearing the "INRI" inscription above its head. The figure has outstretched arms and is nailed to a cross, with a cloth around the waist. The sculpture has a stone-like appearance with a textured earthy color palette of browns and grays. It is set within an ornate arched frame with decorative carvings. The relief is displayed on a flat beige surface, emphasizing it as the focal point. The portrayal of the human form is detailed and disciplined by the relief format.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3447 × 4347 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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