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The Borghese Gladiator, front view [plate 26]

François Perrier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a muscular male figure in a dynamic pose. He is stepping forward with his right leg bent and left leg behind. His right arm is extended forward with a fist, while his left arm is slightly bent with a clenched fist. The man has pronounced facial features and a focused expression. He has short, curly hair and is depicted nude, emphasizing his musculature. He wears a band on his right forearm. The background is plain with textured surfaces and hatching lines that convey movement around the figure. The style resembles classic engraved or sketched art with attention to shading and muscle definition.

Artwork Details

Date
1638
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
5964 × 8811 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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