Andrea Zoan

Zoan Andrea

Italian, active c.1475/1519

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This is a drawing of an illustrated page from a historical text. The drawing features a woodcut-like image at the top depicting a Roman religious or ritual scene, with a procession of figures holding a bier or platform displaying a reclining figure, with the backdrop of a city wall labeled "Roma". Below the image, there is Latin text, possibly from historical accounts or literature, ornamented by a small decorative illustration of two dancing figures or cherubs in a framed box. The page layout suggests it is taken from an old book with detailed captions and annotations in the margins, likely from historical or literary works of ancient Rome.
Andrea Zoan, Page from Livius Historiabum Libri, 1520, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.440

Page from Livius Historiabum Libri

Andrea Zoan · 1520 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.440

The image is a vertical, rectangular design featuring a series of symmetrical shapes and intricate lines. The composition includes an abstract arrangement of flowing and swirling shapes with ornamental details. At the top, two animals stand facing each other. Below them, two cherub-like figures support a central pedestal, topped with a vase filled with leaves and tendrils. Lower down, there is a large symmetrical design featuring a central shield-like shape flanked by scrolls and stylized leaves. The entire composition resembles an ornate architectural panel or decorative frieze.
Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan, Ornament Panel: Two Sphinxes and Two Children Holding Palms, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.111

Ornament Panel: Two Sphinxes and Two Children Holding Palms

Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1958.8.111

The image is an elongated, vertically oriented decorative panel with intricate scrollwork, floral motifs, and mythological figures. The upper section features symmetrical patterns resembling an ornate vase with floral elements. The central section displays a detailed botanical-inspired arrangement of leaves and flowers. The lower section shows two winged mythological creatures with human faces and bird features facing each other, with two cherubic figures above them holding onto an oval frame or medallion surrounded by floral designs. The overall style of the piece is classical and baroque.
Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago, Ornament Panel: Two Sphinxes Supporting Shields, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.112

Ornament Panel: Two Sphinxes Supporting Shields

Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1958.8.112

The image depicts swirling lines and intricate shapes in an abstract vertical pattern. At the top, there is a bird with outstretched wings surrounded by curling tendrils and foliage motifs. Cherubic figures with musical instruments are integrated into the design, among vines and floral decorations. In the middle, an ornate vase-like structure is adorned with circular floral patterns. Near the bottom, two figures with full beards hold instruments.
Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan, Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.113

Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs

Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1958.8.113

This is a drawing of an ornamental vertical panel featuring intricate designs and cherubs. The panel includes symmetrical ornamental motifs with cherubic figures at the top and bottom. In the center, there are large vases filled with an elaborate arrangement of plant forms, scrolling acanthus leaves, and classical ornamentation. The panel is detailed with seamless transitions between sections through curling forms and decorative flourishes. The style suggests classical influences, emphasizing symmetry and design harmony typical of Renaissance decorative arts.
Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan, Ornament Panel: Four Children with a Cat and a Dog, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.114

Ornament Panel: Four Children with a Cat and a Dog

Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1958.8.114

This is a drawing of elaborate ornamental designs and figures. The artwork features a vertical composition of intricate, decorative elements including vases, floral motifs, and scrollwork interspersed with classical sculptures. At the top, there is an urn surrounded by stylized foliage and ornamental patterning. Below that, a muscular torso of a statue appears as a central focal point, alongside a variety of swirling designs. In the middle of the drawing, two small nude figures are depicted standing together, embraced within arboreal shapes. Further down, a seated, bearded figure holds various attributes, including what appears to be a pen or quill, alongside an hourglass.
Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago, Ornament Panel: Satyr Holding a Violin, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.449

Ornament Panel: Satyr Holding a Violin

Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.449

The image is a detailed vertical design with mythical creatures, floral motifs, and elaborate decorations. It includes a stylized flaming form at the top, followed by heraldic elements like a shield, axes, and a jousting pole. In the middle, there is an urn or vase shape with fabric and floral patterns, and at the bottom, two reclining mythical figures surrounded by volutes and floral embellishments. The drawing is composed of fine lines and exhibits influences from Renaissance or Baroque art with its opulent decoration and classical motifs.
Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago, Two Children Wearing Helmets, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Gift of W.G. Russell Allen, 1941.1.12

Two Children Wearing Helmets

Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1941.1.12

The image shows a vertical series of intricate, symmetrical arrangements with swirling lines, floral motifs, and geometric patterns. The abstract composition resembles a totem-like structure, with elements that could be interpreted as resembling a vase, tree, or architectural column. Recognizable forms like two cherubic figures appear within the design, suggesting ornamental and classical influences. These elements combine to create a rich, ornamental quality that is complex and detailed, reminiscent of historical sculptural reliefs or decorative arts.
Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago, Ornament Panel: Four Children Playing, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.447

Ornament Panel: Four Children Playing

Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.447

This is a drawing of an ornamental design with classical architecture, scrollwork, floral patterns, a torso without arms or legs, decorative symbols like vases, foliage, shields, helmets, mythological figures, vines, and scrolls. The composition is symmetrical and balanced.
Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan, Ornament Panel: Two Children Wearing Helmets, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.444

Ornament Panel: Two Children Wearing Helmets

Giovanni Pietro Birago, Andrea Zoan · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.444

This is a drawing of an intricate vertical ornamental design. The drawing consists of ornate and classical motifs arranged in a symmetrical pattern. At the top of the image, there is a decorative heraldic shield surrounded by scrollwork and leaf-like patterns. Below the shield, a cherub-like figure with wings is depicted, holding what seem to be staffs or spears. Further down, the design incorporates a central urn or vase adorned with floral elements and flanked by intricate foliage. Additionally, there are two human figures at the bottom, one holding a large snake, the other holding a spear, set against a background of acanthus leaves and classical design elements. The entire composition is black and white.
Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago, Ornament Panel: Triton Ridden by a Child, c. 1505/1515, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.442

Ornament Panel: Triton Ridden by a Child

Andrea Zoan, Giovanni Pietro Birago · c. 1505/1515 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.442