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Double Cup with Two Genii Riding on Dolphins

Sebald Beham

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate ornamental design with two putti. The image features a highly detailed and symmetrical composition centered around an elaborately decorated urn or vase. The upper half is adorned with intricate floral and foliate motifs, with graceful curves and swirling patterns. Below the vase, two putti are depicted supporting the structure. These figures are rendered with a sense of weight and volume. The entire composition is framed by more scrollwork and decorative elements. The year 1526 and the initials "ISP" are inscribed at the bottom center of the drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
1526
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
1805 × 3209 px
Public Domain
Yes
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