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Sea-God on a Dolphin Riding to the Left

Jacob Binck after Barthel Beham

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene featuring a muscular figure holding a weapon over a large sea creature. The figure is depicted in a dynamic stance, while the sea creature has bulging eyes and sharp teeth. The drawing shows detailed cross-hatching and is made in a classical style.

Artwork Details

Date
after 1525
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
1649 × 2628 px
Public Domain
Yes
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