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Kneeling Angel

Pietro Testa

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a person in a kneeling position, with the upper body leaning forward and arms extended in front with palms facing up. The facial features are not detailed, and the person has a short hairstyle. They are wearing a loose-fitting garment, and there are no visible details of jewelry or objects. The background is plain with faint marks and discoloration typical of old paper. The focus is on the form and posture of the figure without additional context or scenery elements.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1635/1637
Medium
red chalk on laid paper, laid down
Dimensions
7143 × 9959 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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