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Battle between Man and Centaur

John Flaxman

Associated Names

John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This drawing shows two outlined figures in motion, one with human-like features and the other with animalistic or mythical features. The lines are sketchy, capturing movement and tension. The figures are positioned in a way that implies action, such as a struggle or a dance, suggesting a theme of conflict and motion.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Dimensions

overall: 5.8 x 8.9 cm (2 5/16 x 3 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1980.45.1598

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582543

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