Die Schindung des Marsyas

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568, 1526/1530

This is a drawing featuring two figures interacting with an animal pelt. The artwork shows two muscular figures, minimally dressed, engaging with the pelt. One figure is facing the pelt and holding it, while the other figure stands behind, observing. The drawing is detailed, emphasizing the figures' movement and the pelt's hanging structure. The traditional style showcases precise anatomy and shading, creating depth. A tree trunk or pillar supports the pelt in the composition.
Künstler
Italienische Grafik 1395–1568
Datierung
1526/1530
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
pen and brown and black ink with brown wash, heightened with white gouache, on brown prepared laid paper
Maße
16,5 × 14,1 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This is a drawing featuring two figures interacting with an animal pelt. The artwork shows two muscular figures, minimally dressed, engaging with the pelt. One figure is facing the pelt and holding it, while the other figure stands behind, observing. The drawing is detailed, emphasizing the figures' movement and the pelt's hanging structure. The traditional style showcases precise anatomy and shading, creating depth. A tree trunk or pillar supports the pelt in the composition.

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568