Les divers pourtraicts et figures XIII

c. 1600

Master AD

Associated Names
Master AD

Artist, French, active c. 1600

This is a drawing of four mythological and anthropomorphic creatures depicted within an arched architectural framework. Each figure has human-like forms with fantastical and mythical attributes such as exaggerated features, animalistic elements, and muscular bodies. Dramatic shadowing and intricate lines create depth and texture. Small creatures are scattered around the figures' feet. The drawing is in a detailed, monochrome style reminiscent of classical engravings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 5 × 14.5 cm (1 15/16 × 5 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.1.141

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Nagler Mon., no. 401

  • Series Title

    Les divers pourtraicts et figures: pl.13

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1858

  • Nagler, G.K. Die Monogrammisten und diejenigen bekannten und unbekannten Kunstler aller Schulen .... 5 vols. Munich: G. Franz, 1858-1879. Reprint. Munich: G. Hirth's Verlag, 1919.

Wikidata ID

Q65081144

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