Palatial Mantelpiece with a Winged Triton [verso]

1571

German or Austrian 16th Century

Associated Names
German 16th Century

Artist

Austrian 16th Century

Artist

Artwork overview

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This is a drawing of an ornate architectural design. The drawing depicts an elaborate architectural structure featuring various classical motifs. The structure is richly detailed, showcasing columns topped with intricate capitals, and panels filled with a combination of scrollwork, foliage, and possibly mythical creatures or figures. There are prominent human figures or sculptures integrated into the design, resembling caryatids or decorative statuary. These elements are complemented by additional embellishments like garlands and relief work. The drawing is executed with precise line work and is annotated with a date to the side “A.D.O.M. 1577”.

Palatial Mantelpiece with Mercury and Hope [recto]

Austrian 16th Century, German 16th Century

1571

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Claude Kuhn, Basel); purchased 1998 by NGA.

Associated Names

Watermarks

Eagle [Briquet 274 (Innsbruck 1566-1571)]

Wikidata ID

Q64572006

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