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Il Duello (The Duel)

Francesco Colombi Borde

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures sparring in an interior setting. The drawing captures a spacious room with high ceilings and wooden beams. On the left side, there are windows with intricately designed glass panels. Chairs are positioned along the wall. The floor is plain. Two figures are engaged in what appears to be a duel or sword practice. The contrast between light and shadow in the illustration emphasizes the depth and dimension of the space. The drawing has intricate and detailed line work, highlighting the architectural features and the posture of the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1880
Medium
etching with drypoint on wove paper [proof]
Dimensions
4539 × 6665 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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