1550
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Juno in a Chariot Pulled by Peacocks is a 1550 ink by Italian 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This picture shows two figures in a scene. One person sits in a fancy chariot pulled by two peacocks. They wear flowing robes and a crown. The other stands, holding a staff, with a peacock at their feet. The background has a wavy pattern, like water or air. The seated figure looks like they’re in charge. The peacocks add a strange, almost magical touch. This style of drawing uses lines to build up shadows and shapes. Want to see how this kind of drawing works? Look up engraving.
A 16th-century Italian sculptor left us small bronze works in dark brown and gold.
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