Borghese Vase

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701, vers 1685–1697

The image shows a large ornate vase with detailed carvings in gray and orange hues. There are several human figures in relief around the upper portion of the vase. The vase is centrally positioned, with the figures just below the rounded lip. The base and stem of the vase are fluted, and the overall composition is symmetrical.
Artiste
Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701
Datation
vers 1685–1697
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
color engraving inked à la poupée on laid paper
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 51 × 34,5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a large ornate vase with detailed carvings in gray and orange hues. There are several human figures in relief around the upper portion of the vase. The vase is centrally positioned, with the figures just below the rounded lip. The base and stem of the vase are fluted, and the overall composition is symmetrical.

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701