This is a drawing of figures gathered near a riverside landscape. The image shows individuals dressed in flowing garments around an infant on a small stone altar. Some figures gesture towards the baby, while others look on. The background features a cityscape, a bridge, and a large, leafy tree dominating the right side. The drawing is in monochromatic sepia tones, giving it an antique appearance. The detailing in the clothing and the organic forms of the trees contrast with the structured city in the background.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1741
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut in buff, light brown, light violet gray, and dark gray
- Dimensions
- 6986 × 10183 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original