Covered Goblet with Young Hercules

Albrecht Altdorfer, c. 1520/1525

This is a drawing of an ornate vessel with intricate details. The image depicts a cup or urn with a lid, featuring decorations and motifs characteristic of the Renaissance period. The lid showcases a small statue figure holding a ribbon. The vessel is adorned with swirling patterns and textures, demonstrating craftsmanship and attention to detail. The overall mood conveys opulence and artistic skill, encapsulating a sense of historical and aesthetic richness.
Artist
Albrecht Altdorfer
Date
c. 1520/1525
Type
Print
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to sheet): 22.2 × 10.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of an ornate vessel with intricate details. The image depicts a cup or urn with a lid, featuring decorations and motifs characteristic of the Renaissance period. The lid showcases a small statue figure holding a ribbon. The vessel is adorned with swirling patterns and textures, demonstrating craftsmanship and attention to detail. The overall mood conveys opulence and artistic skill, encapsulating a sense of historical and aesthetic richness.

Albrecht Altdorfer