Finding of Erichthonius

Finding of Erichthonius

Unknown

oil

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting shows a group of people gathered around a baby. The baby is lying on a golden object, and a woman is leaning over it. Another woman is standing behind them, holding a red cloth. In the background, there are trees, columns, and a fountain with a statue of a woman. The painting is done in a classical style, with detailed figures and a sense of drama. The use of color is muted, with earth tones dominating the palette.

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