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Gustav Friedrich Konstantin Parthey

German, 1798 - 1872

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The image shows a woman standing against a textured background. She is wearing a crown, long hair, and an ornate garment. She holds a sword in her right hand and drapes the robe over her left arm. At her feet are a broken wheel and a small bell.
Israhel van Meckenem, Saint Catherine, c. 1480/1490, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.1278

Saint Catherine

Israhel van Meckenem · c. 1480/1490 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.1278

This is a drawing of a figure with snake-like hair, holding a serpent and an apple, accompanied by a dog. The figure is shown in a dynamic pose, with one foot lifted. In one hand, they hold an apple, and in the other hand, they hold a serpent. A dog stands near the figure. The background features a semi-abstract landscape with rolling hills and sparse vegetation. The image is detailed, with fine lines illustrating muscle definition and fabric texture.
Jacob Matham, Envy, c. 1587, engraving on laid paper, Gift of the Estate of Leo Steinberg, 2011.139.104

Envy

Jacob Matham · c. 1587 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2011.139.104