Sovrano orientale seduto sul trono

Albrecht Dürer, circa 1495

The artwork shows an Eastern ruler seated on a throne, with the full body visible. The ruler is positioned facing forward. He has a long, flowing beard and is wearing a headdress adorned with intricate patterns. His attire is decorated with details, including jewelry and embellishments. The ruler is holding a large sword in his right hand, which rests on the ground, and his left hand is placed on the armrest of the throne. The throne itself is ornate, with detailed carvings and embellishments. The background is plain. The artwork is executed in a linear style, emphasizing the details of the ruler’s clothing and accessories.
Artista
Albrecht Dürer
Datazione
circa 1495
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
Penna e inchiostro nero su carta vergata
Dimensioni
30,6 × 19,7 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The artwork shows an Eastern ruler seated on a throne, with the full body visible. The ruler is positioned facing forward. He has a long, flowing beard and is wearing a headdress adorned with intricate patterns. His attire is decorated with details, including jewelry and embellishments. The ruler is holding a large sword in his right hand, which rests on the ground, and his left hand is placed on the armrest of the throne. The throne itself is ornate, with detailed carvings and embellishments. The background is plain. The artwork is executed in a linear style, emphasizing the details of the ruler’s clothing and accessories.

Albrecht Dürer