The Float of the Sun

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a classical mythological scene involving Atlas and a chariot. The image shows a kneeling figure of Atlas holding a large globe over his shoulders, surrounded by a group of smaller figures. To the right, a procession led by a chariot drawn by four horses is depicted, driven by another figure. The scene is rich in detail, conveying a sense of motion and grandeur. The drawing captures the elaborate nature of mythical tales and their representations.