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Ulysses and Polyphemus

John Baptist Jackson, after Francesco Primaticcio

National Gallery of Art

This is an illustration of a scene featuring a large figure with a staff, surrounded by sheep. A ship and a group of people can be seen in the background. The large figure is reclining on the ground with a staff. In the distance, a group of people is departing on a ship. The detailed linework and shading give depth to the figure, landscape, and sheep. The illustration is done in a style reminiscent of classical and Renaissance engravings, focusing on anatomy and narrative.

Artwork Details

Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut in yellow and black on laid paper
Dimensions
4455 × 3521 px
Public Domain
Yes
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