Borghese Vase

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701, ca. 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.
Kunstenaar
Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701
Datering
ca. 1685–1697
Soort
Prent
Techniek
color engraving inked à la poupée on laid paper
Afmetingen
sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 51 × 34,5 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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