Venus and Mars Embracing with Vulcan at his Forge

1543

Enea Vico after Parmigianino

Associated Names
Enea Vico

Artist, Italian, 1523 - 1567

Parmigianino

Artist After, Parmese, 1503 - 1540

This is a drawing of an interior scene depicting mythological elements. The image shows figures in various poses within the setting. On the left, figures are draped on a bed with decorative drapery. The central figure is at a forge engaged in smithing activities, surrounded by flames and tools. The room has patterned floors, a decorative window, and a large basin in the foreground. The drawing showcases detailed human forms, line work, and shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1972.34.5

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 27, State i/iii

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Thomas Lawrence, London (Lugt 2446)

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1990

  • Eva/Ave: Woman in Renaissance and Baroque Prints, NGA, 1990, no. 82, repro.

Bibliography

1802

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

1990

  • Russell 1990, cat.no.82.

Watermarks

6 pointed star in a circle

Wikidata ID

Q65568047

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