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Death of Archimedes

François-Philippe Charpentier, after Ciro Ferri

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of three figures in a classical architectural setting. The composition features a kneeling figure being held by one armored figure while another armored figure reaches towards them. The background shows columns, arches, and sculptures. The drawing uses a monochromatic palette and hatching techniques to show depth and texture. The floor has checkered patterns, and a globe and an open book with geometric illustrations are in the foreground.

Artwork Details

Date
1766
Medium
etching and aquatint printed in brown on laid paper
Dimensions
9574 × 7906 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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