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Presentation of Christ, by Lorenzo Costa, ink, 1502

Presentation of Christ

Lorenzo Costa

1502

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Presentation of Christ is a 1502 ink by Lorenzo Costa, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Lorenzo Costa
When & what style?
1502 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a scene with multiple figures, including a man holding a baby, surrounded by others. The figures are dressed in robes and appear to be in a formal setting. In the background, there is a large structure with a banner or tapestry hanging from it. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of reverence and solemnity. The level of detail and realism in the painting suggests that it is a work from the Renaissance period. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the work of other Renaissance artists.

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