Mercury and Argus
1602
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Joachim Anthonisz Wtewael
Joachim Anthonisz Wtewael (1624–1624) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Mercury and Argus is a 1602 ink by Joachim Anthonisz Wtewael, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a scene with a man and a dog in the foreground, and a figure in the background. The man is on the right, wearing a hat and holding a pipe. He's standing next to a dog, which is looking up at him. In the background, there's a figure with wings, possibly an angel or a god. The drawing is done in pen and brown ink with gray-brown wash on laid paper. It's quite detailed, with lots of lines and shading to create depth and texture. The artist has used a range of techniques to create different effects, from smooth lines to rougher, more expressive marks. If you're interested in learning more about this style of drawing, you might want to check out the Renaissance movement.
Joachim Anthonisz Wtewael (1624–1624) was an artist.
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