Artwork
A Cup with Rams' Heads at the Foot
A Cup with Rams' Heads at the Foot is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Paul Flindt the Younger. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Cup with Rams' Heads at the Foot is a 1594 engraving by Paul Flindt the Younger, executed in punch engraving on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts an ornate cup with ram's heads at its base, featuring intricate scrollwork and patterns that include leaves, flowers, and small faces. The initials 'P.V.N.' appear below the cup, though their significance is unclear.
Technique & Style
The engraving employs fine lines and cross-hatching to create depth and shading, demonstrating the artist's skill in using line work to achieve nuanced tonal variations.
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