Skeleton of a Camel
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
Skeleton of a Camel 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 camel skeleton. The bones are arranged standing on one leg, with the other bent behind it. Its neck arches up, and the skull tilts back like it’s looking up. The ground looks rough, and there’s a bit of water or sand under its feet. The artist focused on every bone—even the ribs and spine are clearly shown. The lines are sharp, which makes the skeleton look almost alive. If you like this, check out etching to see how artists use acid to create these precise lines.
Teodoro Filippo di Liagno (1621–1629) was an artist.
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