Scene from Ancient History

16th century

Netherlandish 16th Century after Polidoro da Caravaggio

Associated Names
Polidoro da Caravaggio

Artist After, Lombard, c. 1499 - 1543

This is a drawing of a group of figures surrounding a central scene involving the presentation of a small statue. The figures are depicted with expressive gestures and draperies, exhibiting a classical style with a focus on narrative. In the scene, a bearded man with a staff stands opposite several other figures who hold out a small statue. To the right, there is a smaller figure positioned next to a decorated pedestal with ornate details, supporting another statue. The background contains silhouetted figures, adding depth to the composition. The artwork features fine line work and detailed shading, highlighting the characters and their interactions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown and black ink with gray wash

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    Overall: 17.3 x 44.7 cm (6 13/16 x 17 5/8 in.)
    support: 18.7 x 45.8 cm (7 3/8 x 18 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8876


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in pen and ink: Hooneerdighe Niobe.; lower center in pen and ink: Old Hemskirk.

Wikidata ID

Q64618178

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