Vaas met slangen 1755 - 1768

"Vaas met slangen" is an etching by L.N. Percenet, a Dutch artist born in 1736, created between 1755 and 1768. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a vase adorned with intricate details, featuring a snarling Medusa head and two intertwined serpents. The artwork showcases Percenet's skill in rendering fine details and creating a sense of grandeur and classical beauty. This engraving would have likely served as a model for decorative arts and design during its time.