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Ornament Panel with Dragons, Masks, and Instruments of War

Zoan Andrea

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of an ornamental design with mythical creatures. The design features intricate patterns and fantastical elements, including winged dragons, floral motifs, scrolls, and faces with a mythical or grotesque appearance. It has a symmetrical composition with a column-like structure in the center adorned with foliage and griffon-like creatures. The drawing is done in fine lines, resembling an etching or engraving.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1505
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2416 × 5301 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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