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The Assassination of King Wenzel III

Josef von Führich

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a fallen figure lying on the ground, with a group of armed figures engaged in a confrontation in an architectural interior. The fallen figure appears lifeless, wearing robes and falling backwards. The armed figures are shown in a chaotic scene, brandishing swords and weapons. The lighting creates elongated shadows, enhancing the drama. The figures are depicted with dynamic poses, displaying action. The detailed linework and attention to light and shadow convey a moment of conflict.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and black ink with gray and light brown wash
Dimensions
4490 × 3365 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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