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God the Father with Angels

Italian 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

The drawing features loosely sketched figures on a cloud-like form with flowing, fabric-like lines around them. The figures exhibit movement, with outlines made using quick, fluid strokes. The central figure is larger and flanked by smaller figures. The shading is monochrome, enhancing the dynamic quality of the composition. The emphasis appears to be on expressiveness over realism.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash
Dimensions
3560 × 4602 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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