Pedestal with Relief Carving of a Bacchanal with Ornamental Borders by Anonymous

Pedestal with Relief Carving of a Bacchanal with Ornamental Borders 1700 - 1840

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drawing, ornament, print, architecture

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drawing

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ornament

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pen sketch

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pencil sketch

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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pen-ink sketch

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arch

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men

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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musical-instrument

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sketchbook art

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architecture

This anonymous drawing from the 18th or 19th century depicts a pedestal with a relief carving of a Bacchanal scene. The drawing features a group of revelers, including a satyr, a putto, and three female figures, engaging in music and dance. The detail of the ornamentation on the pedestal, including the decorative border, the Greek key pattern, and the floral motifs, suggests a design for a decorative element, possibly for a piece of furniture or architecture. The drawing is a testament to the artistic trends of the period, with its focus on classical motifs and the celebration of wine and revelry.

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