The Massacre of the Innocents

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, kb. 1635

This is a drawing depicting a scene with figures in action around classical architecture columns. Some figures appear to be struggling or resisting, creating tension and movement in the composition. The use of chiaroscuro enhances the drama and depth of the scene. The technique and style suggest a Renaissance influence, focusing on anatomy, movement, and expression.
Művész
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Datálás
kb. 1635
Műfaj
Rajz
Technika
pen and brown ink with brown and blue wash over black chalk, heightened with white gouache, on laid paper
Méretek
26,1 × 36,5 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

This is a drawing depicting a scene with figures in action around classical architecture columns. Some figures appear to be struggling or resisting, creating tension and movement in the composition. The use of chiaroscuro enhances the drama and depth of the scene. The technique and style suggest a Renaissance influence, focusing on anatomy, movement, and expression.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747