Scherzi di Fantasia: Satyr Family with the Obelisk
1755
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1755
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a chaotic scene with a satyr family tangled around a broken obelisk. The satyrs look rough, with wild hair and tangled limbs, while one small figure clings to the stone. The background is a rough wall, and the whole scene feels messy and alive. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and energy. The title hints this might be a playful take on myth or fantasy. Next, check out Baroque to see how wild, dramatic art like this fit into the movement.
