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Head of Saint John the Baptist

Francesco Marmitta

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a close-up view of a person's face, focusing on the head and part of the neck. The individual is in a reclined position with their head tilted back and slightly to the side. Their eyes are closed, and their facial features include a nose, slightly open mouth, and a beard. The person's hair is long and wavy, partially visible on one side. The drawing is on a blue background with white highlights and shading to depict the facial features. There is no visible clothing or jewelry, and the background is a simple, textured blue space framing the person's face. The artwork has an aged look, with slightly worn or rounded corners.

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
metalpoint heightened with white on blue paper
Dimensions
3331 × 3299 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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