Door Knocker with Triton, Nereid, and Putti

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, fine del XVII secolo o inizio del XVIII secolo

This is a drawing of a scene with mythical and human figures intertwined with ornamental flourishes. The drawing features classical figures, including nude individuals and cherubic characters, arranged in a looping pattern. These figures are intertwined with ornate swirling elements. The upper part of the drawing is dominated by a large face. The figures interact with one another, creating connections and a sense of flow through their postures and gestures. Ink and wash are used to bring depth to the forms, accentuating curves and musculature with light and shadow.
Artista
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Datazione
fine del XVII secolo o inizio del XVIII secolo
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pen and brown ink with blue, gray, and white gouache
Dimensioni
16,5 × 12 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing of a scene with mythical and human figures intertwined with ornamental flourishes. The drawing features classical figures, including nude individuals and cherubic characters, arranged in a looping pattern. These figures are intertwined with ornate swirling elements. The upper part of the drawing is dominated by a large face. The figures interact with one another, creating connections and a sense of flow through their postures and gestures. Ink and wash are used to bring depth to the forms, accentuating curves and musculature with light and shadow.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747