Centaur Embracing a Satyress 1727 - 1804

"Centaur Embracing a Satyress" is a black and white drawing by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo created between 1727 and 1804. The drawing depicts a centaur and a satyr, both nude, embracing on a rocky outcrop. The centaur’s horse body is rendered in detail, while the human figures are more gestural. The drawing’s loose and fluid lines create a sense of movement and energy, characteristic of Tiepolo's style. The background is a simplified landscape with a distant horizon, suggesting a classical setting. This drawing showcases Tiepolo’s talent for capturing the essence of mythical figures and imbuing them with emotional weight.