The Madonna and Child Seated on a Dais with Tobias and the Angel and a Saint Presenting Two Children

late 18th century

Pietro Giacomo Palmieri

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Pietro Giacomo Palmieri

Artist, Italian, 1737 - 1804

This is a drawing depicting numerous figures in a dynamic composition. Central to the scene is a winged figure, possibly an angel, surrounded by other figures who appear to be engaged in conversation or action. The figures are depicted with simple, flowing lines, conveying movement and interaction. Some figures above them appear to be rising or descending. The style of the drawing features expressive, quick pen strokes and lacks detailed facial features.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of John O'Brien

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 21.5 × 15.7 cm (8 7/16 × 6 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2018.130.2

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. John O'Brien, Charles Town, WV; gift to NGA in 2018

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