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Satyr, Nymph and River God

Pierre-Alexandre Aveline after François Boucher

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of mythological figures in a natural setting with water. The image depicts a scene with multiple figures around a large jug from which water is pouring abundantly. The background is filled with natural elements like trees and rocks. The detailing and engraving showcase a mythological theme commonly seen in 18th-century European art.

Artwork Details

Date
in or after 1736
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2900 × 4894 px
Public Domain
Yes
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