The image depicts a person standing upright. They are facing forward with one hand raised to their chest. The person has detailed facial features, long wavy hair flowing past their shoulders, and a crown or halo. They are wearing a long robe with intricate folds. The background is plain, providing contrast to the detailed figure. The image is rendered in a monochromatic style, emphasizing line work and shading.

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Attributed to artist Francesco Francia (Bolognese, c. 1450/1453 - 1517)

c. 1470/1480

Medium: niello print
Classification: Print
Dimensions: sheet: 6.7 x 1.6 cm (2 5/8 x 5/8 in.)
Culture: Emilian
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line: Rosenwald Collection
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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