Initial Q with a Procession of Children

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568, kb. 1430-as évek

This artwork features an illuminated letter "Q" with a procession of children depicted within its shape. The scene shows several children dressed in richly decorated garments in colors such as red, blue, and gold. Each child has distinct hair and facial features, and some hold books or scrolls. The background includes a dark rocky landscape with trees, creating a contrasting backdrop to the colorful figures. Surrounding the letter "Q" is a border with intricate blue, red, and gold foliate designs. The composition is set against a gold leaf background, giving it an ornate appearance.
Művész
Italienische Grafik 1395–1568
Datálás
kb. 1430-as évek
Műfaj
Rajz
Technika
tempera and gold leaf on parchment
Méretek
22,4 × 21,8 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

This artwork features an illuminated letter "Q" with a procession of children depicted within its shape. The scene shows several children dressed in richly decorated garments in colors such as red, blue, and gold. Each child has distinct hair and facial features, and some hold books or scrolls. The background includes a dark rocky landscape with trees, creating a contrasting backdrop to the colorful figures. Surrounding the letter "Q" is a border with intricate blue, red, and gold foliate designs. The composition is set against a gold leaf background, giving it an ornate appearance.

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568