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The image shows a full-body etching of a young male figure standing on a circular platform. The boy is depicted nude, with his hands raised to his neck, holding a curved staff. His head is slightly tilted to the side, eyes closed in a serene expression, and his hair is short and curly. Flowing ribbons or draperies surround him, adding to the dynamic quality of the composition. In the background, there are star-like shapes, adding a mystical element to the piece. The setting is largely abstract, with the ribbons and staff providing the main physical context in an otherwise neutral backdrop.
National Gallery of Art · Print
Arcturus
Julian Alden Weir
- Date
- 1893
- Medium
- engraving
- Classification
- Accession number
- 1964.4.15
- Credit line
- Gift of John W. Beatty, Jr.
- Time span
- 1876 to 1900
- Department
- CG-W
Subjects and terms
- American
- Stars
- Male nude
NGA object ID 47198. 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.