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Saint John the Baptist

François Le Moyne

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a male figure's nude body, facing slightly towards the left with his left arm raised while his right arm rests on a long staff. The man is in a standing position, with his left leg slightly bent at the knee and his feet together. His facial features are detailed with cheekbones, a jawline, and eyes looking towards the raised arm. His hair is styled backward. The background is a plain, shaded surface. No clothing or accessories are present in the image.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1717
Medium
black chalk with white heightening on brown paper; laid down
Dimensions
2604 × 5004 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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