Scroll Ornament with Seated Child

1532

Heinrich Aldegrever

Associated Names
Heinrich Aldegrever

Artist, German, 1502 - 1555/1561

This is a drawing of a cherubic figure surrounded by ornate floral patterns. The image shows a putto-like figure intertwined with detailed acanthus leaves. The cherubic figure appears playful within the foliage. The floral elements wrap around the central figure, depicting intricate line work and texture in classical ornamental style.

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Artwork overview

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.299

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 244, State only

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

1996

  • The New Hollstein German Engravings, Etchings and Woodcuts, 1400-1700. (Heinrich Aldegreaver, Ursula Mielke, author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 244, state only.

Wikidata ID

Q64957497

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