This is a drawing of mythological figures amidst clouds and divine symbols. The composition presents a central figure with a muscular physique, standing on clouds and raising one arm dramatically while holding a quiver of arrows and a bow. Next to this figure is another, draped in cloth with a soft, gentle posture. To the right, another figure, nude with a flowing drapery, grasps a crescent shape with one hand while holding a staff or rod in the other hand. The figures seem to be placed within a celestial or divine setting, highlighted by an encompassing oval frame. The intricate shading and detail reflect the style of classical mythology often depicted in Renaissance or Baroque art.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1589
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 10652 × 14204 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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