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Study with St Ulrich and St Afra for the altarpiece of Augsburg Cathedral

Christoph Amberger, 1554

A study for the wings of the altarpiece in Augsburg Cathedral completed in 1554. Centre panel: Madonna enthroned by angels; Wings: St Ulrich and St Afra. Below are 7 half length saints. The drawing differs slightly from the finished altarpiece: in place of four saints are members of the Hapsburg family.

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Title of artwork, date

Study with St Ulrich and St Afra for the altarpiece of Augsburg Cathedral, 1554

Date supported

1933

Medium and material

Pen & Indian ink & grey wash

Dimensions

30 x 20 cm

Gifted by

Henry Oppenheimer

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