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The Good Thief

Karel van Mander I

National Gallery of Art

The image features a male figure seated in a cave-like setting. He is mostly nude, with draped fabric covering his lower body. The figure is reclining, looking upward with a contemplative expression. Detailed facial features include defined cheekbones and slightly wavy hair. No jewelry or objects are visible. In the background, there is a depiction of a crucifixion with three crosses and onlookers to the left. Above, cherubic figures are on a cloud holding divine symbols. The background shows a distant cityscape and has a somber palette of earthy tones.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink with brown and (orange?) wash, heightened with white
Dimensions
3513 × 4461 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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