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Jupiter and Semele

18th century

French 18th Century

Associated Names

French 18th Century

Artist

This is an image showing two mythological figures in a dramatic interaction. One figure is crowned and holds a lightning bolt, approaching another reclining figure. Both figures are surrounded by smoke and clouds, with ornate details and a curtain in the background. The ink and wash technique is used, creating strong contrasts and bold outlines.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink with gray wash on laid paper, partially laid down
Credit Line

Gift of Nicholas Martin in memory of his parents, Vernon Paul and Jean Webster Martin
Dimensions

sheet: 23 × 18 cm (9 1/16 × 7 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

2018.132.3

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Vernon Paul Martin; by inheritance to his son, Nicholas Martin, Alexandria VA; Gift to NGA, 2018.

Associated Names

Martin, Nicholas

Inscriptions

on verso in brown ink: long inscription, only paritally visible

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