A warrior shown from behind holding a staff and leaning on a rock, from the series 'Figurine' 1651 - 1661
salvatorrosa
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, etching, engraving
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"A warrior shown from behind holding a staff and leaning on a rock, from the series 'Figurine'" is an etching by the Italian artist Salvator Rosa, dated 1651–1661. It depicts a warrior, seen from the back, leaning against a rock and holding a staff. The etching is part of a series of drawings and prints titled "Figurine", which are known for their dynamic poses and expressive use of line. This etching's style is characterized by its use of cross-hatching to create tonal contrasts, resulting in a powerful and dramatic composition, and its focus on the warrior's posture showcases Rosa's skill in capturing the human form in motion. This artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.
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