Saint Ursula as Protectress

Deutsche Grafik um 1480, in or after 1480

The image shows a person standing in the center of an arch-like background. The individual wears a long gown and a crown, with flowing hair. One hand holds rods or wands, and the other holds an open book. A chain or necklace is worn around their neck. Flanking them are smaller figures that appear to be children. The background features arched windows with green glass and a floor with a pattern of black and green triangles. The color palette includes earth tones, green, and pink accents.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik um 1480
Date
in or after 1480
Type
Print
Medium
metalcut, hand-colored in light green, flesh, and rose
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a person standing in the center of an arch-like background. The individual wears a long gown and a crown, with flowing hair. One hand holds rods or wands, and the other holds an open book. A chain or necklace is worn around their neck. Flanking them are smaller figures that appear to be children. The background features arched windows with green glass and a floor with a pattern of black and green triangles. The color palette includes earth tones, green, and pink accents.

Deutsche Grafik um 1480