Alexander at the Tomb of Cyrus

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, 1645/1650

This is a painting of a scene with a warrior and an elderly figure near an ancient monument. The warrior is depicted in detailed armor, a helmet, and a cloak, leaning forward, interacting with the seated figure. The aged figure is wearing robes and has a crown of leaves. A monumental structure can be seen in the background, along with fabric draping. The sky shows clouds and urn-like structures. The image uses warm and muted colors, creating light and shadow effects on the figures and surroundings. This painting style is reminiscent of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Date
1645/1650
Type
Drawing
Medium
oil heightened with white on laid paper
Dimensions
58 × 42.9 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a scene with a warrior and an elderly figure near an ancient monument. The warrior is depicted in detailed armor, a helmet, and a cloak, leaning forward, interacting with the seated figure. The aged figure is wearing robes and has a crown of leaves. A monumental structure can be seen in the background, along with fabric draping. The sky shows clouds and urn-like structures. The image uses warm and muted colors, creating light and shadow effects on the figures and surroundings. This painting style is reminiscent of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747