Artwork
Base and Capital with Putti (capital)
Base and Capital with Putti (capital) is a print by the Renaissance artist Master G. A. with the man-trap. It dates from 1538 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Base and Capital with Putti (capital) is a print by Master G. A. with the man-trap, created around 1538. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a decorative capital, the upper section of a column, featuring two putti holding a flower. The capital is adorned with intricate leaf designs and other ornaments.
Technique & Style
Executed in a detailed and realistic manner, the drawing showcases fine lines and shading, with the capital and putti rendered with great precision.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master G. A. with the man-trap
Master G. A. with the man-trap (b. 1525) was an Italian artist.
