La Famille de centaures

Albrecht Dürer, 1505

The artwork features intricate lines and curves creating a depiction of a centaur family. The figures are composed of flowing, swirling lines. The centaurs have human upper bodies and horse lower bodies and are in a relaxed pose. The lines form limbs and torsos blending with tails and hooves. The use of shading and cross-hatching adds depth and texture to the composition.
Artiste
Albrecht Dürer
Datation
1505
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
Plume et encre brune sur papier vergé
Dimensions
11 × 7,3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The artwork features intricate lines and curves creating a depiction of a centaur family. The figures are composed of flowing, swirling lines. The centaurs have human upper bodies and horse lower bodies and are in a relaxed pose. The lines form limbs and torsos blending with tails and hooves. The use of shading and cross-hatching adds depth and texture to the composition.

Albrecht Dürer