Skeleton of a Boar
1620
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Teodoro Filippo di Liagno
Teodoro Filippo di Liagno (1621–1629) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Skeleton of a Boar is a 1620 ink by Teodoro Filippo di Liagno, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white drawing of a boar skeleton mid-stride, running on all fours. The ribs, spine, and legs are clearly marked, with the head turned slightly to the side. The ground below looks like rough, uneven lines, and the whole image has a sketchy, hand-drawn feel. The artist used fine lines to show every bone, giving it a sharp, almost scientific look. The words above the drawing are in Latin, which might be a clue about its meaning. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this.
Teodoro Filippo di Liagno (1621–1629) was an artist.
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