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The Triumph of Painting on Parnassus

Pietro Testa

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an allegorical scene set in a forested landscape with classical architecture in the background. It includes various figures engaged in different activities, integrated into a natural setting. The central focus is on a chariot pulled by horses, with figures surrounding it. A female figure above appears to be floating or emerging from a tree, surrounded by light. The forest is detailed with trees and foliage, while distant hills and a classical building frame the background. The foreground features figures and animals such as a lion in dynamic poses and interactions, capturing a moment of action.

Artwork Details

Date
1644/1648
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
7420 × 4931 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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