God the Father with Angels

17th century

Italian 17th Century

Associated Names
Italian 17th Century

Artist

The drawing features loosely sketched figures on a cloud-like form with flowing, fabric-like lines around them. The figures exhibit movement, with outlines made using quick, fluid strokes. The central figure is larger and flanked by smaller figures. The shading is monochrome, enhancing the dynamic quality of the composition. The emphasis appears to be on expressiveness over realism.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with brown wash

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Jane Tarleton Smith Moore

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 24.2 × 18.5 cm (9 1/2 × 7 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.86.2

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64579010

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