Atlas and One of the Hesperides

Französische Grafik 1775–1780, 1775/80

The image shows a mythical figure with animalistic features and a human form, engaged in a dynamic pose with raised arms and a bent knee stance. Beside the figure, another figure in an elaborate draped garment with arms extended towards the mythical being. The scene is depicted with simple, clear line work on a textured background.
Artista
Französische Grafik 1775–1780
Fecha
1775/80
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
Medidas
15,5 × 22,6 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image shows a mythical figure with animalistic features and a human form, engaged in a dynamic pose with raised arms and a bent knee stance. Beside the figure, another figure in an elaborate draped garment with arms extended towards the mythical being. The scene is depicted with simple, clear line work on a textured background.

Französische Grafik 1775–1780