The Ascension

Deutsche Grafik 1250–1460, 1460/1480

This is a painting depicting a group of figures surrounded by halos, gesturing towards a central point where hands and feet are visible. The figures wear robes with intricate patterns, and are enclosed by a border with floral motifs in gold tones. The style is reminiscent of medieval or early Renaissance religious art.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1250–1460
Fecha
1460/1480
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
metalcut, hand-colored in yellow, red-brown lake, and green
Medidas
6,3 × 4,6 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a painting depicting a group of figures surrounded by halos, gesturing towards a central point where hands and feet are visible. The figures wear robes with intricate patterns, and are enclosed by a border with floral motifs in gold tones. The style is reminiscent of medieval or early Renaissance religious art.

Deutsche Grafik 1250–1460