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The Triumph of Empire, with the Four Continents

Alessandro Mauro and Francesco de Mura

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a mythological scene with figures and cherubs. The drawing depicts various mythological characters, cherubic forms, and possibly deities, intertwined with elements of classical architecture, clouds, and foliage. The figures are rendered in a graceful and flowing manner, illustrating movement and energy. The medium primarily uses brown and black tones to create depth and emphasis.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1730
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown and gray washes over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
10114 × 6717 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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