Who painted Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs?

Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs was painted by Giovanni Antonio da Brescia in 1510.

Where can I see Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs?

Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs?

Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs

Giovanni Antonio da Brescia , 1510

Ornament Panel: Triton and Two Infant Satyrs is a print by the Renaissance artist Giovanni Antonio da Brescia. It dates from 1510 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This print is an ornamental panel featuring Triton and two infant satyrs.

About this work

Printed ornamental panels like this were colored and pasted on walls in Italian homes around 1505.

This print shows a mythical Triton flanked by two chubby baby satyrs. Triton holds a shell like a horn, while the satyrs clutch shields and spears.

Printed ornamental panels like this were colored and pasted on walls in Italian homes around 1505. They doubled as pattern books for craftsmen working in wood or metal.

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Overview

This print is an ornamental panel featuring Triton and two infant satyrs. It is a representative example of decorative prints used in interior design and as reference materials for craftsmen during the early 16th century.

Subject & Meaning

The panel depicts Triton, a mythological sea creature, holding a shell, flanked by two infant satyrs armed with shields and spears. The imagery combines elements of classical mythology with decorative motifs.

Technique & Style

The print's intricate design reflects the ornate style characteristic of early 16th-century Italian decorative arts. Its detailed patterns, including armor and mythical creatures, suggest its use as a model for craftsmen working in various materials.

History & Provenance

Dating to around 1505, this print was likely produced for use in Italian homes, where such panels were colored and applied to walls as decoration. They also served as pattern sources for artisans.