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Man Attacking a Monster

Robert Blyth, after John Hamilton Mortimer

National Gallery of Art

This is an illustration of a human figure battling a creature in a rocky landscape. The figure is depicted engaging with a serpent-like dragon, coiled around them. The figure holds a dagger and appears prepared to strike the creature. The drawing shows detailed lines and shading, creating depth in both the background and the figures. The style is reminiscent of classical mythological themes seen in engravings from the late Renaissance period.

Artwork Details

Date
1803
Medium
etching on wove paper
Dimensions
7678 × 12132 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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