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Sketch for a Painting of the Presentation of the Virgin
late 18th century
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
New York, United States
The Virgin is presented by Joachim to the high priest, who is prepared to write her name in the book of the virgins of the temple. Anna stands in the rear and all four figures are depicted from the waist up.
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Details
- Title: Sketch for a Painting of the Presentation of the Virgin
- Date Created: late 18th century
- Location Created: Italy
- Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
- Medium: Black and white crayons with gouache on rough paper
- Credit line: Museum purchase through gift of various donors
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