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The drawing is of a mythological chariot scene. It shows an elaborate chariot adorned with intricate details, carrying figures seated on swirling clouds. Some figures hold branches or staffs, while others stand with flags and spears in classical armor. A horse is at the front guiding the chariot through the clouds. Decorative elements include a circular emblem and a radiating sun-like shape with a central portrait. The drawing features detailed linework, evoking historical or mythological grandeur.
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The drawing is of a mythological chariot scene. It shows an elaborate chariot adorned with intricate details, carrying figures seated on swirling clouds. Some figures hold branches or staffs, while others stand with flags and spears in classical armor. A horse is at the front guiding the chariot through the clouds. Decorative elements include a circular emblem and a radiating sun-like shape with a central portrait. The drawing features detailed linework, evoking historical or mythological grandeur.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Asterione Argonote condoti da Giove Fulmina

Balthasar Moncornet after Remigio Cantagallina

Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
plate: 8.7 x 12.8 cm (3 7/16 x 5 1/16 in.) sheet: 8.9 x 13 cm (3 1/2 x 5 1/8 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
2002.135.18
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Portfolio and series

Series
Le Magnifique Carousel...pour le marriage du grand duc Cosimo II (plate 16)

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Flag
  • Horse
  • Costume
  • Figures
  • Cloud
Provenance

The Princes of Liechtenstein, Vienna, and Feldsberg. (sale, Galerie Gerda Bassenge, Berlin, 31 May 2002, no. 5272); (C. G. Boerner, Düsseldorf); purchased 2002 by NGA.

NGA object ID 126549. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.