Philosophers Instructing Pupils by an Antique Sarcophagus 1736 - 1770

"Philosophers Instructing Pupils by an Antique Sarcophagus," created between 1736 and 1770 by Lorenzo Baldissera Tiepolo, portrays a group of philosophers gathered around an antique sarcophagus, imparting knowledge to their students. This pen and brown ink drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, showcases Tiepolo's signature loose and energetic style, capturing the lively exchange of ideas and the dynamic energy of the scene. The drawing is likely a preparatory study for a larger composition, demonstrating Tiepolo's skill in capturing both individual figures and the overall movement and flow of a group.