Alabaster Tablet, Plymtree

Alabaster Tablet, Plymtree

J. Crowther Cox

1948

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This image is a photograph of a tablet, titled Alabaster Tablet, Plymtree. The tablet is carved with a scene of a man standing on a pedestal, surrounded by other figures. The man is wearing a cloth draped around his waist and is holding a staff in his right hand. The scene is intricate, with many details carved into the tablet. The figures surrounding the man are also detailed, with some of them appearing to be in motion. The overall effect is one of energy and movement. The tablet is a beautiful example of carving, with intricate details and textures. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the technique of chiaroscuro.

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