Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Antonio Puglieschi, 1700

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Exaltation of the Holy Cross, 1700, Charcoal, traces of white highlighting, on beige paper (recto); faint figure studies in charcoal (verso), 16-1/4 x 30-1/16 in. ( x cm), Drawings, Antonio Puglieschi (Italian, Florence 1660–1732 Florence), At the center of the composition Christ in glory points to the Holy Cross supported by angels. In the foreground are seated, among angels and putti, Saint Peter, the Blessed Virgin, Eve, Adam, Saint John the Baptist, and another Apostle, probably Saint Paul

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Size: 6267px × 3541px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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