Architecturally-Shaped Tabernacle with a Saint and Four Putti
Architecturally-shaped tabernacle with a protruding ressault in the shape of a portico crowned by a slender tower in the middle. The tabernacle is characterized by five niches, seperated by pillars. The central niche is higher than the other four and contains the statue of a male saint, dressed as a soldier and holding a banner (possibly Longinus). Putti have been placed in the other four niches, they are depicted in different poses and are holding various attributes. Shades have been added to the design by the use of grey wash.
Artwork Details
- Title: Architecturally-Shaped Tabernacle with a Saint and Four Putti
- Artist: Anonymous , French, 16th century
- Artist: Previously attributed to Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau (French, Paris 1510/12–1585 Annecy)
- Date: ca. 1530–49
- Medium: Etching with gray wash
- Dimensions: Sheet (trimmed): 5 3/8 × 5 5/8 in. (13.7 × 14.3 cm)
- Classifications: Prints, Ornament & Architecture
- Credit Line: Edward Pearce Casey and Charles Z. Offin Funds, 2012
- Object Number: 2012.232
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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