Atlas and One of the Hesperides

Französische Grafik 1775–1780, 1775/80

The image shows a mythical figure with animalistic features and a human form, engaged in a dynamic pose with raised arms and a bent knee stance. Beside the figure, another figure in an elaborate draped garment with arms extended towards the mythical being. The scene is depicted with simple, clear line work on a textured background.
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1775–1780
Datering
1775/80
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
Afmetingen
15,5 × 22,6 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows a mythical figure with animalistic features and a human form, engaged in a dynamic pose with raised arms and a bent knee stance. Beside the figure, another figure in an elaborate draped garment with arms extended towards the mythical being. The scene is depicted with simple, clear line work on a textured background.

Französische Grafik 1775–1780