Naiads and Dolphins

Französische Grafik 1762–1775, 1762/1765

This is a drawing of floating figures in clouds with a seashell motif. The artwork depicts multiple figures suspended among swirling clouds, with flowing hair and graceful folds in their bodies. The scene includes a large seashell and intricate cloud formations. The composition uses brown and gray tones with a light wash to convey depth and texture, emphasizing the ethereal atmosphere. The draftsmanship suggests a classical style.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1762–1775
Date
1762/1765
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash and white gouache on buff laid paper
Dimensions
23.6 × 32.1 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of floating figures in clouds with a seashell motif. The artwork depicts multiple figures suspended among swirling clouds, with flowing hair and graceful folds in their bodies. The scene includes a large seashell and intricate cloud formations. The composition uses brown and gray tones with a light wash to convey depth and texture, emphasizing the ethereal atmosphere. The draftsmanship suggests a classical style.

Französische Grafik 1762–1775