Sculpturen van de Dioscuren met paarden 1538 - 1641
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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ink paper printed
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personal sketchbook
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ink colored
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This anonymous engraving from 1538-1641, titled "Sculpturen van de Dioscuren met paarden", depicts two statues of the Dioscuri (the mythological twin sons of Zeus and Leda), each mounted on a horse. The image is a detailed line drawing, demonstrating the intricate details of the statues, which are likely inspired by ancient Roman sculptures. The engraving's dimensions, 177 mm in height and 235 mm in width, showcase the intricate detail that was possible in printmaking during this period.
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