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Female Satyr Playing a Bagpipe

Sebald Beham

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a mythical creature playing a wind instrument while seated on a stone block. The creature has distinct features, including pointed ears and long hair, and appears to have a satyr-like appearance. It is unclothed with muscular arms and goat-like legs ending in hooves. The background consists of tall grasses and plants, with a simple frame around the artwork and the initials "ISB" in the upper right corner.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1530/1539
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2095 × 2585 px
Public Domain
Yes
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