Borghese Vase

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701, circa 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.
Artista
Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701
Datazione
circa 1685–1697
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
color engraving inked à la poupée on laid paper
Dimensioni
sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 51 × 34,5 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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