Pen and brown ink, brush and sepia wash over traces of graphite on laid paper
Dimensions:
13.3 x 39.2 cm (5 1/4 x 15 7/16 in.)
Type:
figures
Drawing
Object Name:
Drawing
Made in:
Italy
Date:
1800
Catalogue Status:
Research in Progress
Description:
Bacchus shown enthroned in circular vaulted temple. Priest stands behind altar in background, while offerings are brought to Bacchus. Bacchus and Ariadne hold each other's hands. Woman behind them raises wreath. Two putti fly. Bacchus rides in his chariot drawn by panthers toward left. In left interval, pen sketch shown of arm holding pitcher. In right, one of pen sketch and man sacrificing wine. Part of framing is in center lower edge.
