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Saint Christopher Giving His Hand to the Infant Jesus

Francesco Amato

National Gallery of Art

The image consists of two figures – one adult and one child. The adult is standing with a staff in hand, reaching out to the child. The adult has curly hair, a beard, and a robust build, draped in loose clothing. The child is reclining on a rock with an illuminated halo around the head and reaching towards the adult. The setting is outdoors with trees and foliage in the background.

Artwork Details

Date
1650s
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3471 × 4608 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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