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Jean Duvet as Saint John the Evangelist

Jean Duvet

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a city, a river, and various figures. The drawing is detailed, depicting a cityscape in the background with structures, archways, and towers. In the foreground, a robed figure is seated at a table with books and scrolls. To the right, a small boat sails along a river with figures standing on it. Clouds and waves are drawn to add depth to the water. On the lower right, a swan is depicted with an arrow pointing towards it, and there is an inscription on the wall beside it. Surrounding elements like trees, foliage, and animals add complexity to the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1555
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3444 × 4827 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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