Fish Construction in Honor of the Entry of Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand into Ghent in 1635 1636
antonvanderdoes
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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fish
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen illustration
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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child
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sketchwork
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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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sketchbook art
"Fish Construction in Honor of the Entry of Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand into Ghent in 1635" is a 1636 etching by Anton van der Does, depicting a fantastical scene. The artwork commemorates the entry of the Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand into Ghent, with a large fish serving as a central element. The fish is depicted as a monstrous creature, with a wide open mouth and a long, serpentine tail, holding figures on its back. The etching also includes numerous other details, such as buildings, figures, and a cityscape, offering insight into the celebratory events and artistic style of the period.
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