Apollo and Marsyas

Apollo and Marsyas

Melchior Meier

1581

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

In the foreground, a muscular man stands in the center, wearing a flowing cloth around his waist. He holds a cloth in his right hand and a leafy branch in his left. To his left, a man is tied to a tree, while to his right, a group of men are gathered, some holding instruments. The background features a serene landscape with trees and a cloudy sky. The scene is rendered in exquisite detail, with intricate lines and shading that bring the figures to life. The use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image. This engraving is a testament to the skill of Meier, Melchior, a master of the Renaissance movement.

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