Jupiter, drawn from the collection of M. Denon by Louis Lafitte

Jupiter, drawn from the collection of M. Denon c. 1820

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drawing, lithograph, print, paper

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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amateur sketch

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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lithograph

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print

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pencil sketch

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incomplete sketchy

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charcoal drawing

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paper

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pencil drawing

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france

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pencil work

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graphite

This is a 19th-century engraving by Louis Lafitte, depicting a sculpture of Jupiter, the King of the Gods in Roman mythology. The artwork, drawn from the collection of M. Denon, shows Jupiter seated on a throne with a scepter and a thunderbolt in his hand. This meticulously detailed engraving captures the classical pose and drapery of the sculpture, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering form and texture. The engraving's composition emphasizes Jupiter's authority and power, making it an excellent example of Neoclassical art, which was inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art.

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