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The Delphic Sibyl

Giorgio Ghisi after Michelangelo

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of architectural and sculptural elements with a central figure labeled "Delphica". The artwork features a seated draped figure at the center labeled "Delphica", positioned within an architectural arch. This figure is surrounded by smaller sculptural details of putti and mythical figures in niches, which decorate the cornices and spandrels of this grand architectural composition. The elaborate detailing includes symmetry and classical elements, such as pilasters and volutes. The shading technique adds depth and dimension to the figures and structural elements.

Artwork Details

Date
early 1570s
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3576 × 4705 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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