Vase with a Sacrificial Scene 1600 - 1690

This 17th-century engraving by French artist René Boyvin depicts a vase decorated with a series of intricate and symbolic scenes. The central panel features a sacrificial scene with a nude figure standing next to an animal, a recurring theme in Boyvin's work that reflects the artistic trends of the Renaissance. The vase itself is adorned with a serpent handle, a motif often associated with wisdom and healing. The composition, characterized by meticulous detail and rich ornamentation, exemplifies the artist's mastery of the engraving technique. The print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Boyvin's artistic legacy and provides a glimpse into the decorative arts of the 16th and 17th centuries.