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The Madonna

Martin Schongauer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman standing gracefully. She is slightly turned with one arm crossing her chest and the other hand holding a small book at her side. Her facial expression is serene. She has long, wavy hair and wears a headpiece. The woman's clothing consists of flowing robes with detailed folds. There is an ornate lily plant in a vase near her feet. The background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490/1491
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3276 × 4702 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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