Two Turbaned Magicians and a Boy
Giovanni Battista Tiepolo,
- Artist
- Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
- Type
- Medium
- etching
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image shows three figures, all visible from head to toe. The central figure is standing slightly bent forward with one knee bent, leaning on a large stick. The figure has a beard and wears a long garment with a tied belt and a hat. The second figure to the left stands behind and slightly to the side, bending forward, holding a bundle of sticks. The third figure is a child standing beside the central figure, holding onto them. The child has short hair and wears a simple garment tied at the waist. The background consists of tall trees and grass, creating a natural setting. In the foreground, there are objects, including a large jar and other implements, scattered on the ground amidst tufts of grass. The sketch shows intricate pencil-like lines that add texture to the scene.