Onyx met een Romeinse praalwagen en twee centauren by Simon Fokke

Onyx met een Romeinse praalwagen en twee centauren 1765 - 1767

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engraving

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allegory

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baroque

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greek-and-roman-art

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old engraving style

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landscape

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classical-realism

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figuration

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line

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history-painting

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"Onyx met een Romeinse praalwagen en twee centauren" is an etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, created between 1765 and 1767. The print, currently in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene with Roman figures in a chariot drawn by two centaurs. The composition is framed by a decorative border, suggesting a classical influence. The intricate details and masterful use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and realism, characteristic of Fokke's style. The artwork offers viewers a glimpse into the world of classical mythology and Roman history, capturing the artist's skill in capturing human and animal figures in motion.

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