Vulcan and the Cyclopes Forging Arrows

Master FG, after Francesco Primaticcio

Associated Names
Master FG

Artist, Italian, active 1540s

Francesco Primaticcio

Artist After, Italian, 1504 - 1570

This is a drawing showing several muscular figures, potentially mythological characters, engaging in physical labor. The foreground depicts nude individuals wielding large hammers or tools, while another figure holds a massive beam. In the background, there are classical architectural elements and smaller figures performing various tasks, creating a dynamic composition. The detailing includes intricate musculature, facial expressions, and object textures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. Parker Lesley

  • Accession Number

    1982.28.2

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 4, State ii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q74038522

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