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Two Children Wearing Helmets

Giovanni Pietro Birago and Zoan Andrea

National Gallery of Art

The image is a detailed vertical design with mythical creatures, floral motifs, and elaborate decorations. It includes a stylized flaming form at the top, followed by heraldic elements like a shield, axes, and a jousting pole. In the middle, there is an urn or vase shape with fabric and floral patterns, and at the bottom, two reclining mythical figures surrounded by volutes and floral embellishments. The drawing is composed of fine lines and exhibits influences from Renaissance or Baroque art with its opulent decoration and classical motifs.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1505/1515
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
916 × 5244 px
Public Domain
Yes
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