This is a drawing of multiple figures in an architectural setting. The figures are arranged in a classical architectural environment with arches and columns. They appear to be interacting, some seated and others standing, dressed in draped garments. In the background, there is an alcove with a statue. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques provide texture and shading.

Confirmation

c. 1650

Medium: etching with engraving on two sheets of laid paper
Classification: Print
Period: 1601 to 1650
Image size: 12008 × 9353px

Description

This is a drawing of multiple figures in an architectural setting. The figures are arranged in a classical architectural environment with arches and columns. They appear to be interacting, some seated and others standing, dressed in draped garments. In the background, there is an alcove with a statue. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques provide texture and shading.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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