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The Sacrifice of Marcus Curtius

Jost Amman

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in full armor riding a rearing horse. The person is facing forward, wearing a plumed helmet and detailed armor. They hold a sword in their right hand. The horse has flowing manes and a muscular appearance. The background is plain. The drawing is on light-colored paper, in fine lines resembling a sketch.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and black ink on laid paper
Dimensions
4401 × 2964 px
Public Domain
Yes
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