The image displays an intricate border of swirling lines and ornate shapes surrounding text in the center. The scene includes a variety of elements: a birdcage and an egg on the left, a seated figure with a rabbit-ear headdress at the top, and a figure with a horn and swirling vines on the right. In the middle, an anthropomorphic character with wings and trumpets is featured. The components form a collage that combines abstract elements with imaginative representations connected to mythical and earthly inspirations.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1834
- Medium
- six lithographs on chine appliqué on wove paper, in original lithograph wrapper on light blue wove paper
- Dimensions
- 13363 × 9020 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original