The Marriage of Bacchus and Ariadne

Francesco Solimena

Associated Names
Francesco Solimena

Artist, Italian, 1657 - 1747

This is a drawing of a gathering of figures. The composition features various figures engaged in a scene. The figures are rendered in delicate and fluid graphite lines, suggesting movement and interaction. Some figures are seated and others are standing, with one figure reaching upwards with an extended arm. The background consists of clouds, creating an ethereal setting. The sketch captures a sense of dynamism and expression with its flowing lines.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Joseph F. McCrindle Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 18.9 x 26.6 cm (7 7/16 x 10 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2009.70.216

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joseph F. McCrindle [1923-2008], New York; Joseph F. McCrindle Foundation, 2008; gift to NGA, 2009.

Associated Names

Bibliography

2012

  • Grasselli, Margaret M., and Arthur K. Wheelock, Jr., eds. The McCrindle Gift: A Distinguished Collection of Drawings and Watercolors. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art. Washington, 2012: 182 (color).

Watermarks

encircled anchor

Wikidata ID

Q64562430

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