Warriors with Victims, and Other Classical Subjects

Französische Grafik 1775–1780, 1775/80

This is a drawing featuring various classical figures and scenes. The sketches show figures in classical armor and robes engaging in activities such as carrying, fighting, and conversing. Mythological creatures like centaurs and Greek gods are also depicted. The scenes are marked with Latin inscriptions. The sketches are minimally detailed and rendered in a linear and schematic style. The composition is systematic with evenly spaced placements.
Artiste
Französische Grafik 1775–1780
Datation
1775/80
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
black chalk tracing on oiled laid paper with black chalk notations
Dimensions
34 × 26,8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing featuring various classical figures and scenes. The sketches show figures in classical armor and robes engaging in activities such as carrying, fighting, and conversing. Mythological creatures like centaurs and Greek gods are also depicted. The scenes are marked with Latin inscriptions. The sketches are minimally detailed and rendered in a linear and schematic style. The composition is systematic with evenly spaced placements.

Französische Grafik 1775–1780