Two Nymphs and a Satyr before a Large Vat

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

Girard Audran

Publisher, French, 1640 - 1703

The image shows classical mythological figures and natural elements. On the left, there is a partially clothed seated figure beside a large vase under a tree. To the right, there is a human-animal hybrid holding grapes, sitting next to a large vessel. The background includes detailed trees and pillar-like structures, possibly ancient ruins covered by foliage. The artwork features intricate linework and shading for texture and depth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.96

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 31, State ii/v

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65569530

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