Artwork
A Winged Skeleton Holding an Anatomical Drawing
A Winged Skeleton Holding an Anatomical Drawing is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jacques Gamelin. It dates from 1779 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Winged Skeleton Holding an Anatomical Drawing is a print by Jacques Gamelin, created in 1779 using etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a winged skeleton seated at a desk, holding a sketch of another skeleton amidst scattered bones and tools, blending scientific and fantastical elements.
Technique & Style
Gamelin's use of fine lines to detail bones and feathers achieves a balance between precision and the unusual, reflecting a style characteristic of early scientific illustrations.
History & Provenance
Created in 1779, the print showcases Gamelin's skill in etching and engraving, techniques that allowed for detailed and reproducible images.
Artist & collection
