Door Knocker with Triton, Nereid, and Putti

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, late 17th or early 18th century

This is a drawing of a scene with mythical and human figures intertwined with ornamental flourishes. The drawing features classical figures, including nude individuals and cherubic characters, arranged in a looping pattern. These figures are intertwined with ornate swirling elements. The upper part of the drawing is dominated by a large face. The figures interact with one another, creating connections and a sense of flow through their postures and gestures. Ink and wash are used to bring depth to the forms, accentuating curves and musculature with light and shadow.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Date
late 17th or early 18th century
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with blue, gray, and white gouache
Dimensions
16.5 × 12 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a scene with mythical and human figures intertwined with ornamental flourishes. The drawing features classical figures, including nude individuals and cherubic characters, arranged in a looping pattern. These figures are intertwined with ornate swirling elements. The upper part of the drawing is dominated by a large face. The figures interact with one another, creating connections and a sense of flow through their postures and gestures. Ink and wash are used to bring depth to the forms, accentuating curves and musculature with light and shadow.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747