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Door Knocker with Zeus Vanguishing Giants

Italian 17th Century or Italian 18th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a central figure with wings and a lion head, perched above three reclining human figures amidst decorative motifs. The central figure has eagle wings and a lion-like visage, sitting regally atop the decorative elements. The three figures below are depicted in dynamic positions. The drawing is set against a plain background with handwritten words at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th or early 18th century
Medium
pen and brown ink with blue, gray, and white gouache
Dimensions
3222 × 4434 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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