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Allegory of Intellect, Memory, and Will

Claude Mellan after Simon Vouet

National Gallery of Art

The image features three primary figures in a detailed engraving. The central figure is seated and partially draped with wings, holding a compass to a tablet or book. To the left, another figure is partially draped with wings showing, and to the right, a third figure is fully draped in robes. Two smaller winged cherubs are also present. The background includes architectural elements, trees, and foliage, all depicted in an engraved style, with decorative elements and inscriptions at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1625
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3588 × 5208 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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