This is a drawing of a bearded figure riding a large sea creature. The central figure holds a staff and reins attached to the creature's snout. The creature has detailed scales and large eyes. This scene is enclosed in an oval vignette with a seascape in the background, including waves and another figure. Shades of brown give the image an antiquated, sepia-toned effect.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1588/1590
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut printed in sepia-ochre, olive and black on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3661 × 4773 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette