This is a drawing of an elaborate scene showing numerous figures and structures. The image has an oval frame and is rendered on a greyish-blue background with white highlights. Two main groups of figures are depicted, one on the left and a smaller group on the right. The drawing features fine linework, washes, and highlights, giving it a classical appearance. Architectural elements suggest structures like a ship and ruins.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1756
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with brown and gray wash, heightened with white gouache and yellow chalk, over graphite with traces of pricking on blue laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3549 × 5099 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original