The Contest between Apollo and Pan before King Midas

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750, 1670s

The image depicts a drawing of three figures. The central figure is prominent in a profile position, facing slightly to the right, holding a long serpent that winds around their body. The central figure has distinct facial features, curly hair, and is minimally adorned with a cloth. Two additional figures are present. One figure on the left is kneeling, and the figure on the right is seated or crouching. The background features dark, textured shading, possibly suggesting a natural setting. The drawing has a monochrome quality and uses dynamic shading techniques.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750
Date
1670s
Type
Drawing
Medium
black and gray wash and white gouache on gray prepared paper
Dimensions
26.3 × 31.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image depicts a drawing of three figures. The central figure is prominent in a profile position, facing slightly to the right, holding a long serpent that winds around their body. The central figure has distinct facial features, curly hair, and is minimally adorned with a cloth. Two additional figures are present. One figure on the left is kneeling, and the figure on the right is seated or crouching. The background features dark, textured shading, possibly suggesting a natural setting. The drawing has a monochrome quality and uses dynamic shading techniques.

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750