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Ornament for Knife Handle

Theodor de Bry

National Gallery of Art

Drawing of two ornate vertical panels featuring mythological and classical figures. Each panel is decorated with intricate designs and figures. The left panel showcases mythological figures and decorative motifs, including the phrase "SINE CERERE ET BACCHO FRIGET VENUS." The right panel includes scenes of figures standing over a cauldron, an angelic figure, and the inscription "MANUS MANUM LAVAT." Below is "EPHES. V."

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2511 × 3914 px
Public Domain
Yes
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