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The Brazen Serpent

after Jacopo Tintoretto

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of figures on a rocky landscape. The surface is filled with figures in dynamic poses, some of which are entwined with serpents. The background shows uneven terrain with similar distressed figures. The drawing is detailed, emphasizing muscular tension and dramatic interactions. The sepia tones add an antiquated feel, suggesting a classical or mythological theme.

Artwork Details

Medium
brush and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white and orange gouache, over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
3435 × 4546 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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