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Sibyl Seen from the Back, Looking Downward to the Left

Lambert Suavius

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-length view of a person from the back, standing with their head turned slightly to the right. The individual has an updo hairstyle with soft curls and twists. They are wearing a long, flowing garment with gathers and pleats around the waist and shoulders, and their left hand is visible holding part of the garment over the right shoulder. One foot is slightly forward. The background has a textured, radiating halo effect surrounding the person in a black and white engraving style.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1550
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
1955 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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