This is a drawing of a group of classical figures in an architectural setting. The artwork features several figures, including a semi-nude woman and a reclining, bearded older man who is partially naked. The woman is holding a bowl up to the man's mouth in a nurturing gesture. Surrounding them are child-like figures, some with wings. The background includes architectural elements like columns and a sweeping architectural structure. The use of shading and line work highlights the flowing garments and emotive expressions of the figures. The composition is dynamic and full of movement, reminiscent of Baroque or Rococo styles, emphasizing movement and grandeur.
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This is a drawing of a group of classical figures in an architectural setting. The artwork features several figures, including a semi-nude woman and a reclining, bearded older man who is partially naked. The woman is holding a bowl up to the man's mouth in a nurturing gesture. Surrounding them are child-like figures, some with wings. The background includes architectural elements like columns and a sweeping architectural structure. The use of shading and line work highlights the flowing garments and emotive expressions of the figures. The composition is dynamic and full of movement, reminiscent of Baroque or Rococo styles, emphasizing movement and grandeur.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Anacreon

Jean Jacques Lagrenée II

Date
c. 1782
Medium
etching, aquatint, and lift-ground aquatint printed in brown on laid paper
Dimensions
plate: 10.1 × 15.2 cm (4 × 6 in.) sheet: 14.4 × 20.9 cm (5 11/16 × 8 1/4 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
2018.91.36
Credit line
Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund
Time span
1776 to 1800
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • Mother and Child
  • Nude
  • Building
  • Figures
Provenance

(James A. Bergquist, Newton Centre, MA); purchased 2018 by NGA.

Inscription

lower right in image: 4 / Lagrenée

NGA object ID 215432. 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.