This is a drawing of an angel holding a book. The image depicts an angelic figure with flowing garments standing with a large open book in one hand. The angel's posture suggests movement, with fabric and hair flowing. The drawing is rendered in varying tones of brown and features detailed lines for texture. The angel is surrounded by clouds, indicating it is in the sky. Text on the left-hand page of the book reads "Ivan Spalirin fe. Apost Scott 1782."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1782
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut
- Dimensions
- 3377 × 4716 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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