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The image depicts four human figures in a rocky landscape. One figure kneels while the others stand. They wear long robes and have varying hairstyles. Some figures have wings. The background features cliffs and sparse foliage. The figures are detailed with intricate clothing folds. The image has a monochromatic color scheme.
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The image depicts four human figures in a rocky landscape. One figure kneels while the others stand. They wear long robes and have varying hairstyles. Some figures have wings. The background features cliffs and sparse foliage. The figures are detailed with intricate clothing folds. The image has a monochromatic color scheme.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Abraham and the Three Angels

Lucas van Leyden

Date
c. 1513
Medium
engraving
Classification
Print
Accession number
1943.3.5610
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1501 to 1550
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • Angel
  • Dutch
  • Costume
  • Rock
  • Man

NGA object ID 8534. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.