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Adriaen Collaert after Hans Bol

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornamental frame surrounding a central text in Latin. The engravings feature classical and biblical iconography including figures at the top corners, musical instruments, pastoral elements, scholars with a book and a bull, a woman with a lamb, friezes, and swags. Central and above and below the main text are decorative arrangements of fruits, flowers, and agricultural produce. The drawing is monochrome, emphasizing fine lines and intricate patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
1585
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4653 × 3252 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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