Saint Ottilia

About this work

This image shows three figures in bright, flat colors against a simple sky. The person on the left wears a black robe and holds something like a book. The middle figure has a dark halo and a white veil. The figure on the right is dressed in red and gold, with a crown and wings, holding a small animal. The painting uses a mix of colors like green, red, and gold, but the silver leaf has darkened over time. This style was common in religious art from the 1400s. Look up technique: woodcut next to see how this image was made.