Horizontal Panel Design with Three Young Male Figures Interspersed between Acanthus Rinceaux

In the manner of Polifilo Giancarli Italian
17th century (first half)
Not on view
Design for a horizontal panel with a meandering rinceau. Between the rinceaux there are three hybrid young male figures whose lower bodies morph into the acanthus scrolls. One figure on the left wears a wreath on his head and carries part of the scroll over his shoulder. Right of the center, the two other figures seem to interact with each other. The one on the left has wings on his back. The one on the right supports part of the scroll with his shoulder.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Horizontal Panel Design with Three Young Male Figures Interspersed between Acanthus Rinceaux
  • Artist: Anonymous, Italian, Venetian, 17th century
  • Artist: In the manner of Polifilo Giancarli (active in Venice ca. 1600–1625)
  • Date: 17th century (first half)
  • Medium: Pen and brown ink over leadpoint
  • Dimensions: Sheet: 7 3/16 x 10 5/16 in. (18.3 x 26.2 cm)
  • Classifications: Drawings, Ornament & Architecture
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1962
  • Object Number: 66.602.11(23)
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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