Drawing of a fountain

Drawing of a fountain

Jean Eric Rehn

1745

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing depicts a fountain, with a central figure of a man holding a cloth above his head. The man is positioned on a rocky base, and water appears to be flowing from the cloth. The drawing is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with shading and texture adding depth to the image. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, as if the water is flowing and the figure is in motion. To learn more about the artistic style and techniques used in this drawing, look into the Baroque movement.

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