The image shows a mythical figure with animalistic features and a human form, engaged in a dynamic pose with raised arms and a bent knee stance. Beside the figure, another figure in an elaborate draped garment with arms extended towards the mythical being. The scene is depicted with simple, clear line work on a textured background.

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Atlas and One of the Hesperides

Jacques-Louis David (French, 1748 - 1825)

1775/80

Medium: transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
Classification: Drawing
Dimensions: overall: 15.5 x 22.6 cm (6 1/8 x 8 7/8 in.)
Culture: French
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line: Patrons' Permanent Fund
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Little Ones profiles and older: it shows gentle subjects for the very young. How works are placed

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