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Christ Teaching

Léonard Gaultier

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a group seated at a table in an architectural setting. Five figures are gathered around a round table within a structure featuring arched columns, opening to a landscape view. Objects on the table include a plate and a vessel. The background shows hills, trees, a distant castle, and two prominent triangular spires through the arches. This composition showcases classical architectural elements and a serene rural backdrop, reminiscent of Renaissance artists like Albrecht Dürer.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1576/1580
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2722 × 2883 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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