This is a drawing of multiple figures gathered in an outdoor setting with mythical and allegorical elements. The figures are depicted with dynamic poses and gestures. The use of reddish-brown ink accentuates the lines and curves of the bodies and fabrics. On the left, figures are engaged in action or interaction, while the right side shows two figures near a pedestal or drum. The flowing drapery and idealized form of the figures contribute to a classical or baroque style. The drawing suggests themes of mythology, allegory, or religious narrative.
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This is a drawing of multiple figures gathered in an outdoor setting with mythical and allegorical elements. The figures are depicted with dynamic poses and gestures. The use of reddish-brown ink accentuates the lines and curves of the bodies and fabrics. On the left, figures are engaged in action or interaction, while the right side shows two figures near a pedestal or drum. The flowing drapery and idealized form of the figures contribute to a classical or baroque style. The drawing suggests themes of mythology, allegory, or religious narrative.

National Gallery of Art · Drawing

A Sacrifice to Pan

Andrea Sacchi

Date
early 1630s
Medium
pen and brown ink and wash over red chalk on laid paper; laid down
Dimensions
overall: 30.6 x 42.3 cm (12 1/16 x 16 5/8 in.)
Classification
Drawing
Accession number
1987.24.3
Credit line
The Armand Hammer Collection
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • Italian
  • classical
  • mythology
  • Pan
Provenance

unidentified twentieth-century inscription

Inscription

by unknown hand on mat, lower left in brown ink: p. de cortona

NGA object ID 69965. 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.