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A Thesis Design with Doctors of the Church

Gottfried Eichler the Younger

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of several figures in an ornate setting. The drawing is made with intricate line work and shading in sepia tones. The figures are surrounded by clouds. In the upper section, two central figures are elevated among the clouds. One figure holds a large cross towards a light source from above. Below, a group of three individuals appear to be in discussion, wearing robes and tall hats. The borders of the drawing contain cherubic figures and baroque embellishments. Blank spaces within the borders suggest areas for inscriptions or additional details. The composition blends allegorical and architectural elements, embodying artistry and symbolism.

Artwork Details

Date
1747
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown and gray wash and traces of graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
3695 × 5304 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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