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Hanns Krumbel von Ewsitz... d'organdie

Master of the Miracles of Mariazell

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an interior space with a religious vision. The artwork features a detailed interior space with a seated figure on a bed, enveloped in garments, looking up towards an ethereal scene. Above, in the skies, a celestial figure appears surrounded by swirling clouds. The composition shows a finely detailed architectural setting with a combination of stone and brick walls, arches, and window openings. The room is furnished with a table set with a variety of items. The artistic style is characterized by intricate lines and cross-hatching, typical of woodcut prints, creating a dynamic texture and capturing a significant moment of intense reflection or revelation within the space.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1503
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3310 × 4814 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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