Bacchanal by Nicolas Poussin

Bacchanal c. 1635 - 1636

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ink painting

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pencil sketch

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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charcoal art

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oil painting

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acrylic on canvas

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underpainting

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charcoal

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watercolor

Nicolas Poussin's "Bacchanal", created between 1635 and 1636, is a captivating drawing depicting a scene of revelry. The composition showcases a group of figures engaged in a lively celebration, with one figure riding a goat, and another holding a basket filled with fruit. The scene evokes a sense of joyous abandon and exuberance, characteristic of Bacchic rituals associated with the Roman god Bacchus, known for wine, revelry, and fertility. The drawing's dynamic lines and expressive figures further accentuate the lively atmosphere, making it a fascinating representation of the Bacchic theme.

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