Saint James Defeating the Infidels

17th or 18th century

Italian 17th or 18th Century

Associated Names
Italian 18th Century

Artist

Italian 17th Century

Artist

This is a drawing of horses in motion. The composition features swirling forms and indications of movement. In the center, there is a prominent horse and a figure. Surrounding them are several other horses in various poses. The drawing is overlaid with a grid pattern. Dark tones and bold lines are used to depict energy and drama.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black chalk with brown wash squared with black chalk

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 15.2 x 12.7 cm (6 x 5 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1973.20.2

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Mr. Frederick Rockman); acquired 1973 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1974

  • Recent Acquisitions and Promised Gifts: Sculptures, Drawings, Prints. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1974:204.

Wikidata ID

Q64579018

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