Jason and the Dragon

c. 1663/1664

Salvator Rosa

Associated Names
Salvator Rosa

Artist, Neapolitan, 1615 - 1673

The image shows a knight fighting a dragon. The knight, wearing armor including a plumed helmet, is engaged in combat with the dragon. The dragon, with wings and a serpent-like tail, is depicted beneath the knight. The setting is a forest, with trees and foliage creating a dramatic atmosphere. The illustration is detailed, with intricate line work providing texture and depth to the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and drypoint

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1972.65.34

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Theodoli 1992, no. 118, State only

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.

1979

  • Wallace, Richard W. The Etchings of Salvator Rosa. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 1979.

1992

  • Theodoli, Olimpia. Salvator Rosa, 1615-1673: Acqueforti. Bergamo: Alcon, 1992.

Wikidata ID

Q65577107

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