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"Do Not Wear a Tight-Fitting Ring" [fol. 23 recto]

French early 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures interacting around a central figure wearing a costume with ears on the headpiece. The central figure stands with a rigid pose, wearing a detailed costume, while other figures surround it. The figures are engaged in altering or repairing the central character's attire, each with a focused demeanor. The style of the drawing reflects an intricate attention to the form and detail of the figures' clothing and poses, displaying techniques reminiscent of medieval European art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1512/1515
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Dimensions
2966 × 4527 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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