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Bacchanal with a Dancing Couple in the Center

Willem Basse

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a scene with a group of figures under a canopy of trees. The perspective is slightly elevated and frontal, with no distinct horizon line due to the dense foliage. The artwork features intricate, fine lines and cross-hatching for detailed textures. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of brown. There are figures reclining and seated on the left and more figures under a tree on the right. In the center, two figures are engaged in a dance, with one holding a tambourine. The background is filled with trees and branches, creating a textured natural setting.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching with engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4714 × 2714 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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