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The Death of Adonis

Philip Galle, after Anthonie van Blocklandt

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts three human figures and a cherub-like child. The central male figure is resting his head on the lap of a seated female figure. The male has short, curly hair and is mostly unclothed. The female has wavy hair and is dressed in a draped garment. The cherub has wings and is embracing the male. Next to them is a large, stylized animal, likely a dog. Nearby are a quiver of arrows and a bow. The background features trees, clouds, and a chariot being pulled by birds in the distance. There are engraved text and artists' signatures along the bottom edge of the illustration.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1579
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
10596 × 7964 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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