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Saint John the Baptist

Jacopo Palma il Giovane

National Gallery of Art

The image is a drawing of a seated figure, with one arm outstretched towards a tree. The person is positioned in a relaxed manner, leaning against a tree trunk, with one leg bent and the other extended. Their facial features are marked with deep lines, and they have curly hair that falls to their shoulders. The clothing is minimal, with a cloth draped around the waist. They are holding a small circular object in their right hand. Surrounding the person are trees and foliage, emphasizing a natural setting, and a small animal resembling a sheep appears in the foreground near the left side of the scene. The background is sparse with some undulating lines suggesting a landscape.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3246 × 4392 px
Public Domain
Yes
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