Man Driving an Animal

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775, vers 1747

Swirling, curved lines and shapes create an abstract scene. The arrangement of these shapes resembles an antelope or deer-like animal within a vortex-like setting. Vibrant red and earthy tones alongside greens and browns mimic colors found in nature, with plant forms in the center suggesting vegetation.
Artiste
Italienische Grafik 1747–1775
Datation
vers 1747
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
etching, hand-colored with watercolor, on laid paper
Dimensions
21 × 30 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

Swirling, curved lines and shapes create an abstract scene. The arrangement of these shapes resembles an antelope or deer-like animal within a vortex-like setting. Vibrant red and earthy tones alongside greens and browns mimic colors found in nature, with plant forms in the center suggesting vegetation.

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775