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Verso: Woman with a Headdress, praying, 1667 (Graphite on paper)
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Verso: Woman with a Headdress, praying, 1667 (Graphite on paper)
7308219 Verso: Woman with a Headdress, praying, 1667 (Graphite on paper) by Matejko, Jan (1838-93); 11.7x7.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Jan Matejko (1838-1893)
Recto: Graphite on brownish laid paper
Verso: Graphite
h x w: sheet 11.7 x 7.2 cm); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 28384878
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a delicate graphite drawing titled "Verso: Woman with a Headdress, praying" by the renowned artist Jan Matejko. Created in 1667, this artwork measures 11.7x7.2 cm and is currently housed at the Ashmolean Museum in the University of Oxford, UK. The recto side of the paper features a brownish laid texture while the verso side displays intricate graphite lines. The image depicts a woman adorned with an elaborate headdress deep in prayer, exuding an aura of devotion and spirituality. Matejko's mastery is evident in this preparatory sketch which captures both the religious iconography and feminine grace effortlessly. The artist's attention to detail brings out every nuance of expression on the woman's face as she engages fervently in her prayers. This seventeenth-century artwork serves as a testament to Matejko's talent for capturing human emotion through his drawings. It offers viewers an intimate glimpse into religious practices during that era, highlighting themes of faith, devotion, and contemplation. As we admire this sacred image, we are reminded of its significance within Christian religion and its ability to evoke profound emotions through artistry. This stunning illustration invites us to reflect upon our own spiritual journeys and embrace moments of prayerful introspection.
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