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The Pietà (recto)

Ludovico Cardi called Cigoli

National Gallery of Art

The image is an ink and red chalk sketch on paper showing a group of people depicted from the upper bodies and heads. Three main figures are featured, with the central figure possibly representing a religious iconography. This central figure has distinctive features, with outstretched arms and a halo of lines above their head. Surrounding this central figure are two other individuals seated in supporting positions. The figures are wearing drapery-like clothing with no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain with a faint red chalk grid pattern, indicating this is a preparatory sketch.

Artwork Details

Medium
brown ink on laid paper, squared for transfer in red chalk and graphite
Dimensions
3298 × 5034 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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