The Triumph of the Trinity (The Gloria)
1702
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1702
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a chaotic crowd of people reaching upward, tangled in swirling lines. Some figures hold objects like crosses or books, while others seem to be falling or floating. The scene is packed with movement, but the details are rough and sketchy, like a quick study. The drawing looks like it’s part of a bigger story—maybe about faith or chaos. The artist used quick, loose lines to show energy, not perfect shapes. Next, check out Baroque to see how drama and movement shaped art.
