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
Datazione
1460/1480
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
metalcut, hand-colored in yellow, red-brown lake, and green
Dimensioni
6,3 × 4,6 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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