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David and the Patriarchs with a Donor

Giovanni Battista Maganza II

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures engaged in discussion. The sketch features several figures, identifiable by their robes and crowns, depicted in an expressive manner. The figures are sketched with quick, fluid lines, suggesting a dynamic interaction among them. Some figures are seated, while others are standing, gesturing with raised hands or pointed fingers. The composition captures the essence of a discussion or council, with the use of ink on paper creating a sense of immediacy and movement.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1613
Medium
pen and brown ink over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
3839 × 3415 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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