Mythological Marine Subject

1520-1550

Lambert Hopfer after Nicoletto da Modena

Associated Names
Lambert Hopfer

Artist, German, active first half 16th century

Nicoletto da Modena

Artist After, Italian, active 1500/1512

The image depicts intertwined human and animal figures in a mythical scene. The central panel shows a figure with a human upper body and plant-like lower body in flowing water. A smaller figure nearby holds a branch and a torch. An animal with a goat-like head appears to interact with the central figure. The border features detailed vine patterns, mythical creatures, and cherubic faces.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.840

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 30, State i/ii

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. Amsterdam: A.L. van Gendt, 1986; Vol. XVA, no. 30, i/ii.

Wikidata ID

Q65573556

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