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Saint Sebastian

Wolf Huber

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a mythical creature in a forest setting. The drawing depicts a horned, humanoid figure standing in front of a large, ancient tree. The figure is adorned with a necklace and has an elaborate hairstyle with possible floral elements intertwined. It is covered with a draped cloth around its waist and appears to be holding objects or gestures in its hands. In the foreground, a goat or similar horned creature is also present. The background is filled with stylized trees, creating a sense of depth and wilderness. The drawing is highly detailed with fine lines and emphasizes texture and intricate forms of foliage and bark.

Artwork Details

Date
possibly 1509
Medium
pen and black ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3122 × 4261 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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