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Apotheosis of Saint George

Sebastiano Ricci

National Gallery of Art

The image is a light red chalk sketch on a beige paper, depicting human figures in abstract poses. The figures are shown at various angles and positions, some reclining or floating. Their facial features are indistinct, with suggestions of faces and hair. The figures are draped in flowing garments sketched with loose lines to simulate movement. There are no visible objects or pieces of jewelry. The background is plain, showing the rough texture of the sketch paper.

Artwork Details

Date
1693/1694
Medium
red chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
3787 × 5044 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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