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Saints Peter and Paul

Cherubino Alberti

National Gallery of Art

The image illustrates two figures in full length with their bodies posed dynamically. One figure stands with a slight lean and tilted head, while the other appears to be mid-step, with one foot raised as if walking. Both figures have sketchily rendered facial features and dark, loose hair. They are draped in flowing robes that cascade to the floor. The background is plain, and the overall composition is monochrome, likely pen and ink.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown and iron gall ink, with brown wash over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
3398 × 3521 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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