The Chariot of Diana

1541

Agostino dei Musi after Luca Penni

Associated Names
Agostino dei Musi

Artist, Italian, c. 1490 - 1536 or after

Luca Penni

Artist After, Italian, 1500/1504 - 1556

This is a drawing of a chariot pulled by a pair of animals flying through the clouds. The chariot is elaborately decorated with intricate designs and winged wheels. The animals resemble dogs or wolves. Three figures inside the chariot wear classical garments, with one seemingly guiding the animals. A large sun is depicted behind them, radiating rays outward. Fluffy clouds surround the chariot and figures, giving the impression of elevation. Below is a landscape with a town, buildings, towers, and a winding river. The image is framed in an oval format and has detailed line work and shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.70.12

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 9


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.

Wikidata ID

Q65564363

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