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The Mystic Marriage of Saint Catherine

Giorgio Ghisi after Francesco Primaticcio

National Gallery of Art

The image displays four figures in a classical and ornate indoor scene. On the left, a kneeling woman extends her hands towards the center. On the right, a seated woman holds a baby, while another child lies beside her. The setting includes drapery, a patterned floor, columns, and a background with mountains, a sun, and a large opening or window.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1555
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3531 × 4550 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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