The Forge of Vulcan

c. 1546/1547

Enea Vico, after Francesco Primaticcio

Associated Names
Enea Vico

Artist, Italian, 1523 - 1567

Francesco Primaticcio

Artist After, Italian, 1504 - 1570

This is a drawing of a mythological scene depicting various figures working and interacting. The scene is filled with human figures engaged in industrious activities within an architectural setting resembling an ancient workshop or forge. The figures are shown in detailed anatomical poses, and the setting includes elements like stone walls, arches, and steps with textures and patterns. The combination of tools, presence of draped garments, and mythical winged figures suggest a classical or allegorical narrative. Various angelic or cherubic figures are seen assisting or in action, adding complexity to the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 30.5 × 41 cm (12 × 16 1/8 in.), trimmed within platemark

  • Accession Number

    2020.82.2

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, 1802 - 1821, no. 31

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Antiquarius srl, Rome); purchased 2020 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821, no. 31

Inscriptions

lower right in plate: AENEAS VIC. PARMEN

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