Scholars Consulting Books and a Globe

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, circa 1747

The image displays swirling curves and overlapping lines creating an abstract composition. A flowing form occupies the central space, with a lion-like figure at the top, and a spherical object below. An open book and geometric shapes are also included. The background features radiating lines.
Artista
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Datazione
circa 1747
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
etching, hand-colored with watercolor and gouache, on laid paper
Dimensioni
20,4 × 29,7 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image displays swirling curves and overlapping lines creating an abstract composition. A flowing form occupies the central space, with a lion-like figure at the top, and a spherical object below. An open book and geometric shapes are also included. The background features radiating lines.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747