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Mythological Roundels

Jean-Philippe-Guy le Gentil Paroy Comte de

1794

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paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism 18th Century

Dominant colour

Mythological Roundels is a 1794 ink by Jean-Philippe-Guy le Gentil Paroy Comte de, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jean-Philippe-Guy le Gentil Paroy Comte de
When & what style?: 1794 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sheet holds 20 small circles with drawings inside. Each one shows people or gods doing something—some ride horses, some wrestle beasts, others fly with wings. The lines are clean and simple, like sketches. All the scenes look like they’re from old stories. One odd thing: the people look both strong and graceful, even when they’re fighting. The artist made sure every pose fits inside the circle neatly. Want to see more like this? Check out etching to learn how these prints were made.