
Panel by James Ensor depicts a muscular figure with a gruff expression lifting multiple barbells. The figure has a large head with a frowning face and a protruding jaw. It wears a white cloth around its waist. Six arms protrude from its back, each lifting a dumbbell with skulls on the ends. The background is dark gray with lighter gray and black shading. The figure appears to be emerging from a green and white snake-like element. The artwork features a mix of dark and light colors, with visible texture and wear on the surface.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Color on leather
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 441 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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