Hoofd van een gorgon en een sater 1739 - 1801

This pen and ink drawing, "Hoofd van een gorgon en een sater" by Pietro Antonio III Novelli, is a masterful example of the artist's skill in depicting grotesque and fantastical figures. The work features a head of a Gorgon, identified by her serpentine hair, and a satyr, a creature from Greek mythology with goat-like features. The expressive lines and detailed hatching capture the intensity and drama of the subjects, creating a sense of movement and energy within the composition. Novelli was a prolific artist known for his drawings and etchings, particularly those depicting mythological figures. The drawing is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.