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Head of Christ by European Painter

Head of Christ

Head of Christ

The Met

Artist: European Painter(before 1500)

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Tempera on wood, gold ground

Dimensions: Overall, with engaged frame, 19 3/8 x 14 1/8 in. (49.2 x 35.9 cm); painted surface 16 3/4 x 12 1/2 in. (42.5 x 31.8 cm)

Credit Line: Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971

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Brief Description

Grayscale portrait of a bearded figure with long wavy hair, framed by a patterned halo

Detailed Description

The image is a grayscale, head-and-shoulders portrait of a figure, presented frontally. The central feature is a man's face with a direct gaze. His eyes are dark, almond-shaped, with a slight upward tilt at the outer corners. A straight, medium-length nose sits above a small mouth with full lips, set in a neutral expression. Long, wavy hair frames his face, falling to his shoulders, and a full beard covers his chin and cheeks, extending down to his chest. Both hair and beard are rendered with fine lines, suggesting texture. Behind the figure's head is a circular halo, divided into sections. The main part of the halo is decorated with intricate floral and scrollwork patterns. Within the halo, directly behind the head, is a plain cross shape, with both vertical and horizontal bars visible. The background appears to be a textured surface, possibly wood, with visible cracks and wear. Variations in light and shadow define the features and patterns. The figure's skin appears smooth, while the hair and beard have more texture. The patterns on the halo are lighter than the background, making them stand out.

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