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Diogenes Casting Away His Bowl

Salvator Rosa

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a forest scene with standing and reclining figures. The image shows detailed trees with thick trunks and lush foliage creating a canopy covering the upper portion. In the foreground, there are several figures wearing flowing garments, with two standing while gesturing, one seated on a large stone, and another crouched near a stream or small pool of water, drinking from it. Leaves and foliage are on the ground, and the figures are centered with detailed expressions and interactions, creating a narrative impression within the natural setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1615-1673
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3235 × 5308 px
Public Domain
Yes
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