Zodiac (Zodiaque)

1928

Joseph Hecht

Associated Names
Joseph Hecht

Artist, Polish, 1891 - 1951

This is a drawing of a celestial map. The image features two large circular maps filled with constellations, illustrated with line drawings of animals and mythological figures. All around the celestial maps there are artistic renditions of goats' heads and other small intricate designs. Above the circles, a scale is drawn, and Hebrew letters can also be seen incorporated into the design. Beneath the scales, a shield further decorated with symbols continues the celestial theme. The drawing has a consistent, monochromatic aesthetic, utilizing careful line work to convey its themes.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1946.11.58

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Tonneau-Ryckelynck and Plumart 1992, no. 164


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1992

  • Tonneau-Ryckelynck, Dominique. Joseph Hecht 1891-951. Paris, 1992: 72-73.

Wikidata ID

Q65079940

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