Female Term, seated figure, and fantastical creature (recto); Satyr and study of a woman and child (verso) 1540 - 1550
andresdemelgar
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, ornament, print
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drawing
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ornament
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quirky sketch
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pen sketch
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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ink drawing experimentation
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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
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initial sketch
This drawing, attributed to Andrés de Melgar, is a study in pen and ink, likely done around the mid-16th century. The composition is a collection of figures and fantastical creatures, with ornate flourishes, creating a sense of dynamism and imaginative energy. It showcases the artist's interest in decorative elements and mythological imagery, common in Renaissance art. The drawing offers a glimpse into the creative process, highlighting Melgar's skill in capturing both human and fantastical forms.
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