The Invasion of the Frogs

1585

Jan Sadeler I, after Maarten van Cleef

Associated Names
Jan Sadeler I

Artist, Netherlandish, 1550 - 1600

Gerard de Jode

Publisher, Flemish, 1509 or 1517 - 1591

Maarten van Cleef

Artist After, Flemish, c. 1527 - 1581

This image depicts an ancient scene with architectural elements, several figures, and animals. The scene features a group of figures gathered around a table under a classical portico, with pillars and drapery. In the foreground, frogs are depicted entering from an open archway. Interior and exterior elements are detailed, showing dynamic movement and interaction. The background shows more figures interacting with animals. Architectural details such as columns, arches, and draped fabric add depth and perspective to the setting.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Estate of Leo Steinberg

  • Dimensions

    plate: 21.2 x 29.8 cm (8 3/8 x 11 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 29.3 x 37.8 cm (11 9/16 x 14 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.139.101

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 56, State i/iii

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Leo Steinberg, New York (1920-2011); Estate of Leo Steinberg; gift to NGA, 2011

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. 72 vols. Amsterdam, 1980: XXI (Johannes Sadeler I): no. 56 i/iii.

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. (The De Jode Dynasty, Marjolein Leesberg, author). Ouderkerk aan den Ijssel: Sound & Vision Publishers, 2018: Part I, no. 60, i/iii.

Inscriptions

lower left in image: JSaeijler; in plate, along lower edge: Ranarum, Ciniphum, muscarum hinditur agmen; Et terra natis corpoibuque nocent. Exod: 8

Wikidata ID

Q76559285

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