Onderboezem, schacht gedecoreerd met Apollo by Abraham Bosse

Onderboezem, schacht gedecoreerd met Apollo before 1643

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light pencil work

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quirky sketch

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mechanical pen drawing

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pen sketch

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

This etching by Abraham Bosse is a design for a fireplace mantle, featuring a central scene of Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, aiming his bow and arrow at a dragon. Surrounding the central scene are elaborate ornamental details including putti and female figures. The design is a prime example of the Baroque style, known for its dramatic and ornate features. This work was created sometime before 1643. The print is currently located at the Rijksmuseum.

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