This is a sketch showing a group of people depicted from approximately the waist up. They appear to be seated closely together, facing each other. The drawing is loose and not highly detailed. The individuals have vague facial features with minimal details, and their hairstyles seem varied but lack specific attributes. The clothing is depicted with simple lines, adding to the antiquated style of the drawing. There are no visible pieces of jewelry or distinct objects they are holding. One figure seems to be in a kneeling posture to the left of the group, head lowered towards the ground. The…
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Magdalene Washing the Feet of Christ with Eight Disciples Looking On [recto]

Attributed to artist Donato Creti (Bolognese, 1671 - 1749)

Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall (approximate): 12.9 x 18.4 cm (5 1/16 x 7 1/4 in.)
Culture
Bolognese
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Gift of Elizabeth Miles Cooke in memory of Hereward Lester Cooke
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
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