Design for a Pendant with a Sea-Monster Carrying Neptune on an Urn Flanked by a River-God with an Oar

1582

Hans Collaert the Elder

Associated Names
Adriaen Collaert

Artist, Flemish, Flemish, 1560 - 1618

Philip Galle

Publisher, Netherlandish, 1537 - 1612

Hans Collaert the Elder

Artist After, Netherlandish, 1530 - 1581

This is a drawing of a fantastical sea dragon creature with intricate ornate details. Two figures are riding on its back, holding spears. The creature has a blend of serpentine and reptilian features, including detailed scales and fins. Below the creature, there is an elaborate shield-like ornament with symmetrical symbols and teardrop shapes. Above this, flowing ribbons converge, enhancing the baroque aesthetic of scrolling lines and detailed craftsmanship. The drawing conveys a sense of mystery and opulence through its attention to detail and fantastical subject matter.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2807

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 1663, State i/ii

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

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. (Collaert Dynasty, Ann Diels and Marjolein Leesburg, authors). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 1663, state i/ii.

Wikidata ID

Q64957246

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