Erichthonius in His Basket

Pieter van Sompel after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

Associated Names
Pieter van Sompel

Artist, Flemish, c. 1600 - 1643 or after

Sir Peter Paul Rubens

Artist After, Flemish, 1577 - 1640

This is a drawing of various figures gathered around a central fountain. The fountain features a sculptural representation with aquatic elements and a nude female figure at the top. The figures are in different poses, one seated on the ground with a draped cloth, while others are standing or leaning towards each other under a tree. Architectural elements like a columned structure are visible in the background, along with distant trees and a building. The drawing depicts a scene where the figures appear to be in discussion or engaged in an activity.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving and etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1975.23.54

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 3


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65576276

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