Door Knocker with Triton, Nereid, and Putti

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, finales del siglo XVII o principios del siglo XVIII

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.
Artista
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Fecha
finales del siglo XVII o principios del siglo XVIII
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
pen and brown ink with blue, gray, and white gouache
Medidas
16,5 × 12 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

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