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Ganymede

Italian 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene with a winged creature. The artwork depicts a figure riding a large, winged creature. The creature has outstretched wings, and the figure is holding onto its mane or neck. Below them are two other figures, one holding a staff or rod. The scene is drawn in a sketchy and dynamic style with emphasis on movement and form. The background is mostly blank, emphasizing the main subjects. The lines are precise.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink over black crayon
Dimensions
3111 × 5003 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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