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Saints Peter and John Healing the Lame Man at the Golden Gate

Parmigianino and Antonio da Trento or Ugo da Carpi, after Raphael

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures in a classical architectural setting. The scene includes figures in draped garments, surrounding columns with Corinthian capitals. The setting suggests a hall or temple-like environment. The central figures appear to be engaged in dialogue or teaching, while others observe. The figures have various postures, creating movement across the composition. The drawing uses a sepia tone and cross-hatching for depth and texture, reminiscent of Renaissance art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1527/1530
Medium
etching and chiaroscuro woodcut, printed in brown and black from two blocks and one plate on laid paper, laid down on an old mount
Dimensions
8855 × 5999 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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