This is a drawing of an allegorical scene with mythical figures. The image portrays a central towering structure adorned with muscular, half-nude figures holding up a pedestal. On the pedestal, a seated figure holding a scale is depicted. Another figure stands slightly higher with raised arms, supported by wings. The figures below are depicted in a classical style. In the background, softly sketched scenes of an ancient landscape or ruins can be seen. The artist's signature is visible in the top left corner.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1865
- Medium
- etching with drypoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3465 × 4557 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original