Christ with Three of His Apostles
1516
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1516
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a group of five men standing together. The central figure, with a halo around his head, is wearing a long robe and has his right hand raised. The other four men are dressed in simpler robes and are looking at the central figure. The background is a simple landscape with trees and hills. The central figure is depicted with a sense of calm and authority, while the other men seem to be listening intently to what he is saying. The artist has used a range of lines and textures to create a sense of depth and dimension in the painting. The artist who created this work is Master IB, who was active during the Renaissance period.