The Misfortunes of Cephalus

Italienische Malerei 1515–1530, hacia 1520/1522

The artwork depicts a scene set in a pastoral landscape with rolling hills and trees that stretch along the horizon. The horizon is placed high, with the sky appearing softly lit. Close to us, two figures are present; one wears a reddish tunic and a hat, while the other dons a yellow garment. To the left, two additional figures are present, dressed in lighter colors. Beyond, various animals, including dogs and sheep, are scattered across the hills, with a figure tending to them. The color palette is composed of earthy greens, browns, and muted tones, with soft brushwork.
Artista
Italienische Malerei 1515–1530
Fecha
hacia 1520/1522
Tipo
Pintura
Técnica
fresco
Medidas
176,2 × 107,3 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The artwork depicts a scene set in a pastoral landscape with rolling hills and trees that stretch along the horizon. The horizon is placed high, with the sky appearing softly lit. Close to us, two figures are present; one wears a reddish tunic and a hat, while the other dons a yellow garment. To the left, two additional figures are present, dressed in lighter colors. Beyond, various animals, including dogs and sheep, are scattered across the hills, with a figure tending to them. The color palette is composed of earthy greens, browns, and muted tones, with soft brushwork.

Italienische Malerei 1515–1530