A Falling Giant

published 1811

William Bond after William Hilton I after Thomas Banks

Associated Names
William Bond

Artist, British, active c. 1799/1833

William Hilton I

Artist After, British, 1752 - 1822

Thomas Banks

Artist After, British, 1735 - 1805

The sculpture in the image depicts a human figure titled "A Falling Giant." The figure appears to be falling or reclining backward over rocky terrain. The sculpture is made of marble and features intricate details, showing muscular definition and a realistic human form. The figure is in a dynamic pose, with one arm extended and legs bent at the knees, conveying movement and struggle against gravity. The giant is portrayed as larger than life, suggesting significant scale and presence in the surrounding environment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    stipple engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 31 × 18.1 cm (12 3/16 × 7 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1739


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q74032758

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