This is a drawing of a crowned, muscular figure with a trident in a dramatic pose amidst a fiery, chaotic scene. The central figure is standing with their back to the viewer, displaying strong, defined musculature. The figure wears a crown and holds a trident in one hand. A flowing cape billows from the figure's shoulders. The scene is framed within an oval and depicts a setting engulfed in flames, with architectural structures visible in the background and a group of indistinct figures. The detailed shading and lines give depth and dynamism to the composition.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1588/1590
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut printed from three blocks: dark gray line block with middle and light gray tone blocks on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3610 × 4753 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original