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Study for a Prophet

Lattanzio Gambara

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a seated, muscular person with one arm raised above the head and the other arm holding a tablet or board on the lap. The person's head is turned to the side, with a face displaying soft, relaxed features. The hair is closely cropped, and there is drapery covering the lower body. There are no visible jewelry or additional objects. The background consists of a grid.

Artwork Details

Date
1567/1573
Medium
black chalk with white heightening on laid paper; squared for transfer
Dimensions
3375 × 4949 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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