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Sibylla Libyca

Paul Maupin, after Jacques Stella

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person seated, holding a book and a leafy branch. They wear a cloth headpiece and a flowing robe. Their eyes are closed and they have a serene expression. Foliage is visible in the background. A decorative wheel-like object is on the ground nearby. The illustration features detailed line work and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
1625
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3271 × 4723 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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