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Ornament

Mathias Beutler

National Gallery of Art

Image description: A drawing featuring intricate designs with fantastical creatures and ornate details. In the center, there is an oval frame with the inscription "MATHIAS BEITLER" and the date "1612." Surrounding the central text are various decorations, including mythical creatures, vine-like lines, a sword-wielding creature at the top, a stylized staff at the bottom, shields with human faces on each side, and human-like figures holding sticks at the bottom corners. The design reflects symmetry and precision typical of heraldic or emblematic art from the late Renaissance period.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2518 × 2897 px
Public Domain
Yes
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