This is a drawing of two figures engaged in a struggle. One figure is hoisting the other onto their shoulders in an intense embrace. The scene is set against a rocky landscape with large boulders and cliffs. Sparse ground foliage and a tree with extended branches are also visible. The figures are detailed to highlight their musculature and the tension of their confrontation. The drawing captures a moment of decisive action in a dramatic and mythic setting.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1545
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 3443 × 2440 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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