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Saint John, from Henry the Seventh's Chapel Westminster Abbey

Maria Denman after John Flaxman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a figure holding a pitcher. The sculpture is rendered in graphite, displaying shading and line work to create depth and texture. The figure is draped in robes, standing with one foot forward, head tilted to one side, and a serene expression. The ornate pitcher adds elegance. The background is shaded, highlighting the figure as the central focus.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1829
Medium
lithograph [proof before letters]
Dimensions
2855 × 4605 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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