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Study for "The Fury of Athamas"

John Flaxman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures in motion. The drawing is a simple, rough sketch that suggests two figures entwined in action. The lines are light and incomplete, suggesting movement. The forms are abstracted, with a cloak or drapery hinted at on one of the figures. The central figure is in mid-action, leaning forward with another figure slightly behind, engaged in a dynamic interaction. The minimalist nature of the sketch highlights the fluidity and energy within the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1790/1794
Medium
graphite
Dimensions
3477 × 3727 px
Public Domain
Yes
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