Atlas and One of the Hesperides
Französische Grafik 1775–1780, 1775/80
- Artiste
- Französische Grafik 1775–1780
- Datation
- 1775/80
- Catégorie
- Dessin
- Technique
- transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
- Dimensions
- 15,5 × 22,6 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Domaine public, CC0
Description de l’image
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.