Ascension

c. 1490

German 15th Century

Associated Names
The image shows the lower half of a person's body, with only the feet and the hem of a garment visible. Surrounding this central figure are several individuals whose faces and upper bodies are visible. These people are positioned in a semicircle, with many kneeling in an attitude of prayer or reverence. Their facial features are stylized, with simplified expressions and lines representing eyes, noses, and mouths. The figures have halos around their heads and most have hair with simple lined patterns. They are dressed in robes of varying colors and are situated on a green area. The background is plain and neutral.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    hand-colored woodcut

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.9543

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Schreiber Manuel, no. 3448


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1911

  • Schreiber, Wilhelm. Manuel de l'amateur de la gravure sur bois et sur metal au XVe siecle. 5 vols.Berlin and Leipzig, 1891-1910.

Wikidata ID

Q65018834

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