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The Circumcision, by German 16th Century, ink, 1550

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Overview

The Circumcision is a 1550 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
German 16th Century
When & what style?
1550 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a scene from a religious story, with a group of people gathered around a baby. The baby is being held by a man, while another man is performing a ritual on the baby. The scene is set in a building with arches and columns. The engraving is done in a detailed style, with cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The figures are dressed in robes, and the atmosphere is one of solemnity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.

About the artist

Portrait of German 16th Century
Artist

German 16th Century

A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.

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