This is a drawing of a group of sitting figures in a classical interior. The artwork depicts an architectural space with arches and pillars, and figures dressed in flowing robes gathered around a central figure. This setting is enclosed by decorated walls and columns, with the central figure elevated on a platform. The composition is symmetrical, with figures seemingly engaged in conversation or attentive to the central figure. The surroundings have a sense of depth, with the tiled floor guiding the eye towards the central point. The background through the arches shows a rural landscape.
Artwork Details
- Date
- probably c. 1576/1580
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 2866 × 2894 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original