The Recording Angel

1542

Master RG

Associated Names
Master RG

Artist, French (?), active 16th century

The image shows a person seated on a rocky surface, with one leg extended outward. They have short, curly hair and a calm facial expression. Large wings extend from their back. The person wears a draped garment covering their lower body, with their upper body exposed. They hold a book or tablet in their left hand, resting on their lap. Clouds are visible above, and the terrain is rocky with some vegetation in the foreground.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 16.3 × 9 cm (6 7/16 × 3 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1973.54.9

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65575148

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