The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple
Italienische Grafik 1779–1810, 1790/1795
- Artiste
- Italienische Grafik 1779–1810
- Datation
- 1790/1795
- Catégorie
- Dessin
- Technique
- black chalk with pen and brown ink and brown wash, heightened with white gouache on laid paper washed light green-blue
- Dimensions
- 24,9 × 33,4 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Domaine public, CC0
Description de l’image
This is a drawing of a classical scene with an architectural backdrop. The scene depicts figures in flowing robes interacting, set against columns and steps suggesting a classical or historical theme. The architectural elements imply a temple or significant structure. The drawing uses lines and shading to convey depth and detail.