The Flaying of Marsyas

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568, 1526/1530

This is a drawing featuring two figures interacting with an animal pelt. The artwork shows two muscular figures, minimally dressed, engaging with the pelt. One figure is facing the pelt and holding it, while the other figure stands behind, observing. The drawing is detailed, emphasizing the figures' movement and the pelt's hanging structure. The traditional style showcases precise anatomy and shading, creating depth. A tree trunk or pillar supports the pelt in the composition.
Artista
Italienische Grafik 1395–1568
Datazione
1526/1530
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pen and brown and black ink with brown wash, heightened with white gouache, on brown prepared laid paper
Dimensioni
16,5 × 14,1 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing featuring two figures interacting with an animal pelt. The artwork shows two muscular figures, minimally dressed, engaging with the pelt. One figure is facing the pelt and holding it, while the other figure stands behind, observing. The drawing is detailed, emphasizing the figures' movement and the pelt's hanging structure. The traditional style showcases precise anatomy and shading, creating depth. A tree trunk or pillar supports the pelt in the composition.

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568