A Ceiling with Apollo Presiding over Military and Historical Learning

Europäische Grafik 1260–1800, 1740-es évek

This painting features a central panel with a group of figures surrounded by ornamental designs. The figures are situated on a heavenly platform, with mythical themes suggested by their attire and activities. In the background, there are cherub-like figures and clouds. The surrounding frame is highly decorative, with floral motifs and scrollwork. The color palette includes muted pastels and gold tones. This painting is in the style of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.
Művész
Europäische Grafik 1260–1800
Datálás
1740-es évek
Műfaj
Rajz
Technika
watercolor, pen and gray ink over traces of black chalk on laid paper
Méretek
34,1 × 44,4 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

This painting features a central panel with a group of figures surrounded by ornamental designs. The figures are situated on a heavenly platform, with mythical themes suggested by their attire and activities. In the background, there are cherub-like figures and clouds. The surrounding frame is highly decorative, with floral motifs and scrollwork. The color palette includes muted pastels and gold tones. This painting is in the style of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.

Europäische Grafik 1260–1800