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Mare (The Sea)

Jan Sadeler I, after Dirck Barendsz

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bearded, muscular man riding a horse-like creature emerging from the waves. The man is nude and holding a large trident. The creature has equine features with a strong neck and flipper-like hooves. The background shows rough waves under a cloudy sky.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1587
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
9564 × 7463 px
Public Domain
Yes
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