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Saint Lawrence

Martin Schongauer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing upright. The individual is facing slightly to the left, with their left arm bent at the elbow and their hand either resting on a hip or holding an object. Their right arm is extended downward, holding a palm branch and resting it on a grid-like structure. The person has delicate facial features with a gentle expression. Their hair is styled in soft curls that form a halo around the head, cut short above the ears. They are dressed in a long robe with wide sleeves, gathered and layered. The robe has decorative details along the edges. The person holds a book in their left hand. The grid-like structure has small protrusions. The background is plain, with no distinct features, focusing on the person and their attire.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490/1491
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3165 × 4491 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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