Artwork
Statue on the Pediment over the West Front ofa Temple at Egina
Statue on the Pediment over the West Front ofa Temple at Egina is an ink print by the Romanticist artist W. Walton. It dates from 1829 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This lithograph, created in 1829 by W.
About this work
Overview
This lithograph, created in 1829 by W. Walton, is a print of a statue from the pediment of a temple at Egina.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a single figure in a long, draped robe with a geometric pattern on the sleeves, likely representing an ancient statue rather than a real person.
Technique & Style
The lithograph is characterized by simple lines and a loose, sketchy style, capturing the folds of the fabric and the pose of the figure with careful attention to detail.
History & Provenance
The print is a proof before letters, indicating it was produced prior to the addition of text or other annotations.
Artist & collection
