Standbeeld van een jonge gladiator by Cornelis Bloemaert

Standbeeld van een jonge gladiator 1636 - 1647

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drawing, paper, pencil

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portrait

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drawing

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baroque

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pencil sketch

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figuration

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paper

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pencil

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academic-art

Dimensions: height 370 mm, width 234 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

Cornelis Bloemaert's "Statue of a Young Gladiator," made sometime in the 17th century, captivates with its precise lines and structured form, rendered in pen and brown ink. The gladiator’s poised stance and muscular anatomy draw the eye, while the stark contrast between light and shadow shapes a powerful sense of volume. Bloemaert masterfully uses hatching and cross-hatching to create depth, giving the figure a sculpted, almost tangible presence. The image is striking not only for its detailed depiction of the human form but also for how it embodies classical ideals of strength and beauty. Bloemaert captures this ideal form within a semiotic framework where each line and shadow contributes to the overall narrative of heroism and physical prowess. This approach is not merely representational; it’s an exploration of form and an invitation to consider how images communicate cultural values.

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