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Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple (Center Panel)

John Baptist Jackson after Titian

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an architectural scene with people gathered on steps. The image shows an elaborate architectural facade with columns and steps. Several individuals are assembled on the steps, engaging in conversation and gestures. The architectural details are precise, displaying intricate column capitals and a clear division of space. The building in the background has people observing from balconies and windows. The scene is set outdoors, with a distant landscape on the left. The drawing is in brown and tan hues, giving it a sepia-toned appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1742
Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut printed from four blocks in umber, gray, and two shades of brown on laid paper
Dimensions
7997 × 9857 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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