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Xenophon and the Greeks Sighting the Sea [recto]

Benjamin Robert Haydon

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene featuring a horse-drawn chariot and figures in motion. The drawing uses loose, fluid line work to convey movement and energy. Curved and swirling lines depict the horses, chariot, and environment. The figures are sketched in a way that suggests motion, with exaggerated gestures and postures. The scene appears to convey a narrative or historical event, with a focus on the central figures in the chariot. The use of space and line creates a rhythmic and flowing composition.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink on wove paper
Dimensions
4885 × 3257 px
Public Domain
Yes
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