Vertical Panel with Two Children Supporting a Pedestal with a Satyr Playing a Bagpipe 1524 - 1530

Heinrich Aldegrever's "Vertical Panel with Two Children Supporting a Pedestal with a Satyr Playing a Bagpipe" (1524-1530) is an intricate engraving showcasing a satyr playing a bagpipe atop a pedestal supported by two cherubs. The scene is a complex arrangement of figures, with the satyr’s goat-like legs and wings contrasting with the cherubs’ youthful innocence. The detailed etching, typical of Aldegrever's work, adds a level of visual richness to this playful yet symbolic composition, highlighting the artist's skill in capturing both the whimsical and the grotesque.