Jason Tames the Two Bulls of Mars

1563

René Boyvin after Leonard Thiry

Associated Names
René Boyvin

Artist, French, c. 1525 - 1598 or c. 1625

Leonard Thiry

Artist After, Flemish, c. 1500 - 1550

This is a drawing of a classical scene surrounded by ornate borders. The main content of the image depicts a figure in classical attire leading two cows, with a group of onlookers in the background. The scene is heavily decorated with intricate border designs featuring figures of humans, mythological beings, and animals. The central panel shows a warrior-like figure with a shield, leading two cattle, and bones scattered on the ground. The borders are rich with embellishments, including figures in various poses, some interacting with elements like grapes and cornucopias, as well as masks and architectural motifs. The imagery is detailed and exhibits characteristics of Renaissance or classical drawing styles, reflecting an emphasis on mythology and allegorical themes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    2007.135.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Robert-Dumesnil, no. 47, State ii/iii


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Christopher Mendez, London); purchased 2007 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1967

  • Robert-Dumesnil, A.P.F. Le peintre-graveur francais, ou catalogue raisonne des estampes gravees par les peintres et les dessinateurs de l'ecole francaise, ouvrage faisant suite au peintre-graveur de M. Bartsch. Reprint (11 vols. in 6). Paris: F. deNobe

Wikidata ID

Q76438761

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