The Contest between Apollo and Pan before King Midas

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750, anni Settanta del Seicento

The image depicts a drawing of three figures. The central figure is prominent in a profile position, facing slightly to the right, holding a long serpent that winds around their body. The central figure has distinct facial features, curly hair, and is minimally adorned with a cloth. Two additional figures are present. One figure on the left is kneeling, and the figure on the right is seated or crouching. The background features dark, textured shading, possibly suggesting a natural setting. The drawing has a monochrome quality and uses dynamic shading techniques.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750
Datazione
anni Settanta del Seicento
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
black and gray wash and white gouache on gray prepared paper
Dimensioni
26,3 × 31,5 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image depicts a drawing of three figures. The central figure is prominent in a profile position, facing slightly to the right, holding a long serpent that winds around their body. The central figure has distinct facial features, curly hair, and is minimally adorned with a cloth. Two additional figures are present. One figure on the left is kneeling, and the figure on the right is seated or crouching. The background features dark, textured shading, possibly suggesting a natural setting. The drawing has a monochrome quality and uses dynamic shading techniques.

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750