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The Betrothal of the Virgin

Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of people standing in the center of an ornate architectural setting. An elderly man with a long beard and a significant hat is holding the hands of a man and a woman. The man on the left is wearing a robe and a head covering, facing the woman on the right who is slightly bent forward and wearing a detailed gown with a headpiece. Other people in robes and various headdresses surround them, observing attentively. The background features an elaborate arched structure with intricate carvings and columns, creating a grand and solemn ambiance.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1504-1505 (printed 1560s/1570s)
Medium
woodcut on blue laid paper
Dimensions
3376 × 4702 px
Public Domain
Yes
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