Martyr with an Angel

Martyr with an Angel

Jacob Matham

1601

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting on a rock, with a small angel beside her. The woman is wearing a long robe and has a halo around her head. She's holding a plate of fruit, and the angel is looking at it. The background is a plain gray color. The woman's face is calm, and the angel looks curious. The fruit on the plate looks fresh and colorful. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Renaissance movement.

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