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The Archer [L'Arciere]

Adolfo De Carolis

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a muscular male figure in a dynamic pose on rocky terrain. He is balancing on one leg with the other behind, with one arm extended and the other holding a staff upright on his shoulder. He has defined facial features, short wavy hair, and appears nude. The background features swirling lines and patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
1917
Medium
Chiaroscuro woodcut from two blocks, printed in red-brown and ocher
Dimensions
2655 × 4217 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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