The Arrival of Aesculapius in Rome

c. 1700

François Boitard

Associated Names
François Boitard

Artist, French, c. 1670 - c. 1715

This is a drawing of a dragon and several people in a mythological scene. The detailed drawing shows a bustling ancient port with a ship docked on the left side. Various figures are depicted on the ship, some adjusting sails. In the foreground, there are figures interacting. To the right, a domed building with elaborate architectural features is shown as people gather around an altar with rising smoke. In the foreground, a small dragon faces the gathered individuals. The style of the drawing is classical, emphasizing intricate detail and dynamic composition.

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Inscriptions

by later hand, lower right in black ink: AV; by later hand, lower right verso in graphite: K7808 / E00 / 13/16 36

Wikidata ID

Q64569739

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