Liggend ovaal met putto 1573 - 1610

"Liggend ovaal met putto" is an etching by Christoph Jamnitzer, a German goldsmith and engraver known for his intricate and detailed works. Created between 1573 and 1610, the artwork depicts a winged putto, a chubby, naked child, wrestling with a serpent amidst clouds and a distant landscape. The composition is enclosed in an oval frame, highlighting the dramatic interplay between the putto’s strength and the serpent’s writhing form. This small-scale work exemplifies Jamnitzer’s mastery of line and detail, showcasing the artistic potential of etching in the late Renaissance.