Ornament Panel with Orpheus and the Judgment of Paris

c. 1507

Nicoletto da Modena

Associated Names
Nicoletto da Modena

Artist, Italian, active 1500/1512

The image displays a complex assembly of lines and shapes forming an abstract pattern. The composition includes circular, rectangular, and swirling motifs resembling shields and medallions. It features depictions reminiscent of classical mythology and ancient art, with elements resembling human figures, mythological creatures, and ornamental foliage. Central round medallions showcase scenes akin to small vignettes of mythical tales, surrounded by figures and creatures evoking ancient storytelling. The overall design presents a complex, abstract border filled with elements evoking stories of legendary characters and decorative art forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 26.5 x 13 cm (10 7/16 x 5 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.7415

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hind 'Engravings', Vol. 5, p.135, no. 103, State ii

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1945

  • Architectural Prints, Philadelphia Museum of Art, 1945, no cat.

1956

  • Renaissance to Roccoco: A Loan Exhibition of Italian Engravings and Woodcuts, Michigan State University, East Lansing, 1956, no cat.

Bibliography

1938

  • Hind, Arthur M. Early Italian Engraving; a critical catalogue with complete reproductions of all the prints described. 7 vols. London: Bernard Quaritch Ltd., 1938-1948.

1973

  • Levenson et al. 1973, no.172 (b).

Watermarks

present but not identified

Wikidata ID

Q65024093

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