This is a drawing of a mythological scene. The composition shows several mythological figures engaged in various activities within a lush, wooded environment, near architectural structures and decorative vases. The scene centers around a group of figures, with one reclining while others attend to them. In the background, ethereal figures emerge from the clouds. The drawing uses a soft color palette and delicate line work to create a sense of depth and movement. The landscape includes rolling hills, a body of water, and distant architecture.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1663
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with blue wash over traces of graphite, on laid paper, squared in graphite for transfer, with later framing line in brown ink
- Dimensions
- 5154 × 3489 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original