This is a drawing of a heraldic shield featuring an angelic figure. The drawing shows an angel with wings uplifted, holding a rod or scepter in one hand, while the other hand supports a heraldic shield decorated with designs. The background includes lightly sketched clouds. The composition is enclosed within architectural framing details and border lines, adding structure to the image. Light shading is used to highlight the figure's movement and expression.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1501
- Medium
- pen and brown ink and brown wash on laid paper, pricked for transfer
- Dimensions
- 2722 × 4410 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original