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Minerva and the Muses

Hans Rottenhammer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of individuals playing musical instruments and interacting in a classical setting. Various figures with unique hairstyles and draped garments in soft colors are seen seated and standing. Some are playing instruments like a lute and a violin, while others are gesturing or holding music sheets. The background includes lush foliage, trees, and hints of distant architecture, enhancing the classical ambiance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1610
Medium
watercolor over pen and brown and gray ink and traces of graphite, heightened with white gouache, on laid paper
Dimensions
4693 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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