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The Rape of Proserpina

Giuseppe Scolari

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two figures on a chariot being pulled by horses. Both figures are in motion, with one holding a trident and the other raising an arm as if commanding the horses. The horses appear tense and their manes are flying back as they run. The sky above has dramatic, curvilinear clouds. The foreground depicts a rocky terrain. The image is in black, white, and gray colors, with strong lines used for texture and depth.

Artwork Details

Date
1592/1607
Medium
woodcut and wood engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3602 × 4535 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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