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Athena Pouring a Drink for Hercules

Jacques-Louis David

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures interacting in an ancient or classical style. The image depicts two individuals, one standing on the left holding a cup and the other on the right pouring liquid from a jug into the cup. The figure on the left is dressed in a simple garment, tied around the waist, and appears barefoot, leaning slightly with interest toward the pouring jug. The figure on the right wears a more elaborate, patterned robe with ornate detailing and holds a long staff. The drawing is executed in fine lines on a textured paper.

Artwork Details

Date
1775/80
Medium
transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
Dimensions
3108 × 2887 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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