Diana and Four Nymphs Receiving Gifts from a Satyr
1630
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1630
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman in a crown sitting on a rock, holding a staff. Around her, four figures kneel or stand—some with outstretched hands, others holding spears. One person lies on the ground, reaching toward her. The scene looks like a forest with trees and scattered rocks. The woman’s crown and the mix of human and nature elements suggest she’s a nature goddess. The drawing uses quick, loose lines with gray and white highlights, giving it a sketchy, unfinished feel. Look up Baroque to see how this style’s drama and movement fit into bigger art trends.
