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Les divers pourtraicts et figures III

Master AD

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting playful scenes. The image is divided into three arch-shaped sections. Each section contains a pair of putti, or cherubic figures, engaged in various activities. In the left section is a floral archway. In the central section, two putti are wrestling beneath hanging objects. In the right section, another pair of putti is engaging in a playful tussle beneath more hanging items. The drawing conveys movement and interaction, with intricate details adding to the whimsical and playful atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1600
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
4888 × 1635 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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