Nereid Ridden by Two Children

c. 1505/1515

Giovanni Pietro Birago and Zoan Andrea

Associated Names
Giovanni Pietro Birago

Artist, Italian, active 1471 - 1513 or after

This is an elaborate ornamental design featuring a vertical composition with classical elements including urns, acanthus leaves, volutes, cherubs, lion-like figures, and mythological creatures. The top section resembles an ornate vase or candelabrum surrounded by swirling patterns, while the bottom features a central motif of classical figures. The drawing is reminiscent of Renaissance-style decorative designs, characterized by fine line work and symmetrical detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of W.G. Russell Allen

  • Accession Number

    1941.1.13

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hind 'Engravings', Vol. 5, p.80, no. 10, State (06)

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1938

  • Hind, Arthur M. Early Italian Engraving; a critical catalogue with complete reproductions of all the prints described. 7 vols. London: Bernard Quaritch Ltd., 1938-1948.

Wikidata ID

Q64957095

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