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God the Father Creating the Heavens

Jean-Charles François

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing illustrating a cosmic creation theme. The image shows a figure in flowing robes extending their arms amid swirling clouds and radiating energy. Below, there is a circular formation with a central point, suggesting a celestial motif with concentric rings. The use of light and dark shading creates a dynamic sense of movement and mystery.

Artwork Details

Date
1760
Medium
chalk manner printed in brown-red on laid paper
Dimensions
4150 × 5752 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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