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This is a drawing depicting a complex and dynamic scene rich in mythical imagery. The composition features an array of figures, both human and fantastical, interacting in a densely packed and intricately detailed environment. Celestial beings are shown descending from the clouds at the top of the image while various figures dressed in elaborate Renaissance-style attire gather around and engage with each other below. A large lion stands next to a dragon or beast-like creature in the lower right quadrant. Grand architectural structures are visible in the background, adding depth to the scene. The drawing is framed by an arched top, and the style resembles high Renaissance engravings with fine lines and meticulous attention to detail.
Jean Duvet, The Dragon and the Beast, 1546/1556, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1947.7.49

The Dragon and the Beast

Jean Duvet · 1546/1556 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1947.7.49

The image shows a man seated against a cross, holding it to his chest. He has long hair, a beard, and a contemplative expression. He wears a robe and rests his bare feet on the ground, with a skull in his lap. The background includes trees and a fallen log, with a glowing effect around the man's head.
Annibale Carracci, Saint Francis of Assisi, 1585, engraving, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1977.78.1

Saint Francis of Assisi

Annibale Carracci · 1585 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1977.78.1

This is a drawing of a scene featuring a central throne surrounded by various figures and symbolic elements. The artwork shows a seated figure on a throne at the center, with other figures around them, some with wings and various expressions. The figures interact in complex ways, depicted with detailed clothing, drapery, and textures. The scene also includes architectural elements and symbols, creating a rich visual composition of celestial grandeur.
Jean Duvet, Saint John Summoned to Heaven, 1546/1556, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.282

Saint John Summoned to Heaven

Jean Duvet · 1546/1556 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1946.21.282

The image shows a drawing of an elderly man seated from the waist up. He has deep-set eyes, prominent cheekbones, and a long nose. His face has wrinkles, and he wears a cap with some hair peeking out. He is dressed in a voluminous outer garment covering his shoulders and arms. The drawing is done in a simple line style with no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain, and the image is bordered with a double line. There is text written beneath the illustration.
French 18th Century, Voltaire, 1790, stipple engraving printed in red, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.1096

Voltaire

French 18th Century · 1790 · stipple engraving printed in red ·  Accession ID  1964.8.1096

This is a drawing of an ornately decorated interior space. It features intricate details like decorated walls, hanging drapery, and multiple tiers of candles or lamps providing light. In the center, there is a large, ornate canopy or baldachin under which rests a sculptural element. This structure is surrounded by rows of seating or gathering areas and framed by tall columns and detailed architectural features. The scene conveys a sense of grandeur and elegance within a ceremonial context.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin II, Pompe funèbre de Catherine Opalinska, 1746, etching and engraving on laid paper, Gift of Ivan E. and Winifred Phillips in memory of Neil Phillips, 1999.9.2

Pompe funèbre de Catherine Opalinska

Charles-Nicolas Cochin II · 1746 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1999.9.2

This is a drawing of an intricate architectural fantasy. The image depicts a complex network of bridges, arches, and spiral staircases set within a vast vaulted space. Various structures, including towers and columns, intersect at multiple levels, creating a labyrinthine environment. Converging lines and cross-hatching techniques add to the depth and texture of the artwork.
Giovanni Battista Piranesi, The Drawbridge, 1749/1750, published 1750/1758, etching, engraving, and scratching, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.392

The Drawbridge

Giovanni Battista Piranesi · 1749/1750, published 1750/1758 · etching, engraving, and scratching ·  Accession ID  1946.21.392

This is a drawing of a mythological scene with an elaborate frame. The image features a female figure reaching towards the sky under a starry night. Surrounding the main scene are borders filled with classical motifs. The corners of the frame display figures engaged in different activities: an elderly bearded man and a child in contemplation, and mythological creatures. The top is adorned with baskets of fruits and divine creatures, while the bottom integrates whimsical and grotesque faces.
René Boyvin, The Incantation of Medea, 1563, engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2000.69.1

The Incantation of Medea

René Boyvin · 1563 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.69.1

The image depicts a landscape with a man standing on a stone ledge holding a long staff, looking up a path. Another figure in a robe is at the base of the ledge. Tall ruins of an ancient structure obscure the horizon. The ruins feature intricate ornate designs. In the distance, a sky with a few clouds is visible. The brushstrokes are detailed with fine hatching for texture and shadow. The color palette is sepia tones. The scene is framed by foliage on either side.
Hubert Robert, The Triumphal Arch, etching, Print Purchase Fund (Rosenwald Collection), 1971.11.8

The Triumphal Arch

Hubert Robert · · etching ·  Accession ID  1971.11.8

The artwork shows a landscape with a reclining figure near a tree, a dragon-like creature, ruins, a fortified structure, a river flowing under an arched bridge, and architectural elements on the horizon. The sky is filled with swirling clouds, and an armored figure rides a lion. The engraving features fine lines and intricate details, with a grayscale color palette creating contrast through light and shadow.
Cornelis Cort, Landscape with Roger Liberating Angelica, 1565, engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.29.1

Landscape with Roger Liberating Angelica

Cornelis Cort · 1565 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.29.1

This is a print of a kneeling figure before a standing figure with an architectural dome in the background. The scene is set on a rugged landscape. The kneeling figure is adorned in classical armor and a plumed helmet, while the standing figure wears a long robe and a large, distinctively shaped hat. The structure in the background is a large dome with ornate columns. Above the scene, the sky is portrayed with a stylized cloud. The image is rendered in a highly detailed black and white engraving style.
Master IRs, Alexander and the High Priest of Jerusalem, engraving, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1968.18.20

Alexander and the High Priest of Jerusalem

Master IRs · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1968.18.20