Putti Leading a Goat

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775, c. 1747

The image displays swirling, curvilinear shapes and lines creating an abstract composition with organic and circular motifs. The top section shows shapes resembling animals with elongated bodies and legs, possibly deer, amidst lush foliage. Below, a circular pattern filled with floral elements surrounds a textured oval shape, which could resemble a stylized pond or celestial body, like a moon in a garden. The elements combine to form a dynamic and cohesive artwork with a blend of natural scenery and artistic elements.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1747–1775
Date
c. 1747
Type
Print
Medium
etching, hand-colored with watercolor, on laid paper
Dimensions
20.4 × 29.2 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image displays swirling, curvilinear shapes and lines creating an abstract composition with organic and circular motifs. The top section shows shapes resembling animals with elongated bodies and legs, possibly deer, amidst lush foliage. Below, a circular pattern filled with floral elements surrounds a textured oval shape, which could resemble a stylized pond or celestial body, like a moon in a garden. The elements combine to form a dynamic and cohesive artwork with a blend of natural scenery and artistic elements.

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775