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Saint George Kneeling (recto)

Cosmas Damian Asam

National Gallery of Art

The drawing depicts a man in a reclining position, with his full upper body shown, while his legs suggest a seated posture. His head is tilted back, eyes looking upwards, with curly hair that frames his face, which displays a strong jawline and prominent features. He is wearing a loose, flowing garment that drapes over his shoulders and chest. His arms are extended outward. The man has no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is a plain, textured paper.

Artwork Details

Date
1720/1721
Medium
red chalk with gray-brown wash and traces of black chalk on laid paper (recto)
Dimensions
3840 × 4768 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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