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Saint Anthony of Padua Holding the Christ Child

Simone Cantarini

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper half of an adult figure holding a child in their arms. The adult is positioned in a slightly bent posture leaning down towards the child, with abstract facial features and short hair. The child has curly hair and is held close to the adult's body with their back facing the viewer. The person is wearing long, flowing robes. In the background, there are architectural elements like a balustrade or column with a decorative railing. Scattered leaves or foliage can be seen around their feet.

Artwork Details

Date
1640s
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2891 × 3724 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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