This is a drawing of mythological figures in a celestial scene. The drawing features several figures gathered amidst clouds. One figure, an imposing male, crowned and muscular, dominates the scene. Surrounding him are other male figures integrated with the cloud forms. A female figure on the right appears to be in flight or supported by air, reaching out towards the central male figure. The lower portion of the artwork shows a hint of a natural landscape with clouds and trees. The drawing is executed with precision, using ink to provide detail and shading.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1788
- Medium
- etching and aquatint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7849 × 10133 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original