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This is a drawing of a group of mythical creatures gathered in a forest setting. The scene depicts figures, some playing musical instruments. There is a central figure seated on a rock playing a stringed instrument. Surrounding this central figure are other figures holding tambourines and books. A mystical animal is positioned in the background. The woodland surrounds the scene, implying a secluded location for this assembly. The style suggests it is a detailed work reflecting Renaissance influences, with intricate etching and cross-hatching techniques providing depth and texture.
National Gallery of Art · Print
Apollo on Mount Parnassus
Etienne Delaune after Niccolò dell' Abate
- Date
- 1569
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- sheet: 14.8 × 9.3 cm (5 13/16 × 3 11/16 in.)
- Classification
- Accession number
- 1982.20.1
- Credit line
- Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
- Time span
- 1551 to 1600
- Department
- CG-E
Subjects and terms
- French
- Tree
- Horse
- Musical instrument
- Figures
NGA object ID 61138. 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.