The Triumph of Apollo

Europäische Grafik 1833–1921, vers 1893

This is a drawing portraying a mythological scene. The detailed composition includes classical elements and mythological figures. Cherubic figures and angelic beings are depicted at the top around a radiant sun. Below them, draped figures gather amidst clouds and greenery. Flowing ribbons create movement throughout the image. The foreground shows figures in classical attire engaged in a celebratory or ritualistic scene, surrounded by ornate trees. There is a balance between the heavenly realm above and the elaborate gathering below, capturing a moment from a mythological narrative.
Artiste
Europäische Grafik 1833–1921
Datation
vers 1893
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
black chalk and black, white, and gray gouache on tan wove paper
Dimensions
51,2 × 38,4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing portraying a mythological scene. The detailed composition includes classical elements and mythological figures. Cherubic figures and angelic beings are depicted at the top around a radiant sun. Below them, draped figures gather amidst clouds and greenery. Flowing ribbons create movement throughout the image. The foreground shows figures in classical attire engaged in a celebratory or ritualistic scene, surrounded by ornate trees. There is a balance between the heavenly realm above and the elaborate gathering below, capturing a moment from a mythological narrative.

Europäische Grafik 1833–1921