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Circe

after Parmigianino

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of mythological figures and creatures rendered in a monochrome, reddish-brown color scheme. In the center, there is a figure draped in flowing fabric in a dynamic pose. Surrounding this figure are other beings and creatures captured in a swirling motion. The background features abstract architectural structures. The style of the composition suggests influence from Baroque or Rococo traditions.

Artwork Details

Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut in burnt orange and black
Dimensions
3502 × 3919 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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