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Saint Nicholas (verso)
Saint Nicholas (verso) is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Hans Heinrich Wägmann. It dates from 1610 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in white gouache: AB 1568
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Overview
This drawing is the verso of a separate work by Abraham Bickhart, created by Hans Heinrich Wägmann in 1610 using pen and black ink with gray wash over black chalk.
Technique & Style
The work is executed in pen and black ink with gray wash over black chalk, showcasing Wägmann's skill in combining different media to achieve a range of tonal values.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts Saint Nicholas, a revered figure in Christian tradition, suggesting a devotional or narrative purpose.
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