The image shows a person seated on a large sea creature. The person has wavy hair, a crown of leaves and flowers, and is holding reins attached to the sea creature. They are draped in flowing fabric. The background features a seascape with waves and mythical sea creatures.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1588/1590
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut in sepia-ochre, olive and black on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3596 × 4694 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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