Female Term, seated figure, and fantastical creature (recto); Satyr and study of a woman and child (verso) by Andrés de Melgar

Female Term, seated figure, and fantastical creature (recto); Satyr and study of a woman and child (verso) 1540 - 1550

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drawing, ornament, print

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drawing

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ornament

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quirky sketch

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print

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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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