Gramatica (Grammar)

Virgil Solis

Associated Names
Virgil Solis

Artist, German, 1514 - 1562

The drawing depicts an allegorical figure set in a detailed sky scene. The central figure represents "Grammatica," as indicated by the inscription. The figure is surrounded by winged cherubs, one holding a scroll with "LIBET" inscribed on it, within swirling clouds and framed by stars and ornate patterns. Below the figure is a landscape with a castle and trees. The figure's flowing garments and surrounding elements suggest movement. The drawing utilizes intricate lines and shading to convey depth and texture, in the style of allegorical art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.7974

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 442, State i/ii

  • Series Title

    Seven Liberal Arts [B. 190-196]

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1933

  • An Exhibition of Prints from the Collection of Lessing J. Rosenwald, Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh, PA, 1933, no. 66.

1945

  • Prints from the Lessing J. Rosenwald Collection in the National Gallery of Art, Washington, John Herron Art Institute, Indianapolis, IN, 1945, no. 33.

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

1949

  • Hollstein's German Engravings, Etchings and Woodcuts, 1400-1700. Vol. LXIV (Virgil Solis, Dieter Beaujean, author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 2004, 442, state i/ii.

Wikidata ID

Q65026322

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