This is a drawing of a radiant figure in a heavenly setting. The image shows a grand throne-like structure with an arch, decorated intricately. At the top center is a figure emanating light, seated upon clouds, holding onto an object. Below this figure, there is a group of seated figures in dynamic poses. They appear to be interacting in a harmonious manner. The scene is encased in an ornately decorated frame, filled with flowing patterns and acanthus leaf designs, emphasizing grandeur and spiritual elevation.
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A Reliquary of Saint Sigismondo

Giovanni Battista Foggini (Florentine, 1652 - 1725)

1719

Medium
pen and brown ink over black chalk on laid paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
sheet: 48 x 30.1 cm (18 7/8 x 11 7/8 in.)
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
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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