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Saint Thomas Aquinas

Italian 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing showing a religious scene. A central figure is holding a book with both hands, surrounded by radiating lines. Above them, a crucifixion scene is depicted with red accent lines symbolizing blood, and figures on either side of the cross. The background has decorative elements like arches and columns with simple line work and shading. The border is irregular.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1450
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in dark brown, orange, and yellow; with inscription in pen and ink
Dimensions
2622 × 5275 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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