Orpheus seated playing his lyre, and charming the animals 1495 - 1505
peregrinodacesena
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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toned paper
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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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men
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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musical-instrument
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sketchbook art
This engraving by Italian artist Peregrino da Cesena depicts the mythological figure Orpheus, known for his musical talents, playing a lyre and charming animals. Dated between 1495 and 1505, this small-scale work captures the beauty of Orpheus’ music, with a range of animals captivated by his melodies. The detailed etching, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, reveals a Renaissance understanding of classical mythology, showcasing the power of art and music to inspire and control the natural world.
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