Ascension

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490, hacia 1490

The image shows the lower half of a person's body, with only the feet and the hem of a garment visible. Surrounding this central figure are several individuals whose faces and upper bodies are visible. These people are positioned in a semicircle, with many kneeling in an attitude of prayer or reverence. Their facial features are stylized, with simplified expressions and lines representing eyes, noses, and mouths. The figures have halos around their heads and most have hair with simple lined patterns. They are dressed in robes of varying colors and are situated on a green area. The background is plain and neutral.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490
Fecha
hacia 1490
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
hand-colored woodcut
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image shows the lower half of a person's body, with only the feet and the hem of a garment visible. Surrounding this central figure are several individuals whose faces and upper bodies are visible. These people are positioned in a semicircle, with many kneeling in an attitude of prayer or reverence. Their facial features are stylized, with simplified expressions and lines representing eyes, noses, and mouths. The figures have halos around their heads and most have hair with simple lined patterns. They are dressed in robes of varying colors and are situated on a green area. The background is plain and neutral.

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490