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A Mythological Scene with Sea Gods

Giuseppe Bernardino Bison

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three human figures and a cherub. Two figures are seated upright, while the third reclines on a draped surface. The two upright figures have refined facial features and styled hair, with one possibly adorned with a garland. The reclining figure, also with styled hair, is partially covered, with a focus on her extended lower body and exposed upper body. The figures' clothing is depicted in loose drapes. A small cherub-like figure with wings is engaging with them, holding an object resembling a mirror or tambourine. An additional reclining cherub is next to the third figure. The setting features flowing, expressive lines against an abstract, muted background with no distinct objects or structures.

Artwork Details

Medium
brown wash and pen and brown ink over graphite, heightened with white, on brown wove paper
Dimensions
4361 × 3211 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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