Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo..., page 15 (recto)
Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, Venice.
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Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with a geometric interlace pattern that is printed upon a black background. Bottom register is decorated in the center with a circle that is ornamented with a interlace pattern characterized by leaves with grotesque faces; along the outer rim of the circle are a flower, acorn, 3-sided leaf and pomegranate, and curving leaf.
From top to bottom, and left to right:
Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with a geometric interlace pattern that is printed upon a black background. Bottom register is decorated in the center with a circle that is ornamented with a interlace pattern characterized by leaves with grotesque faces; along the outer rim of the circle are a flower, acorn, 3-sided leaf and pomegranate, and curving leaf.
Artwork Details
- Title: Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo..., page 15 (recto)
- Publisher: Matteo Pagano (Italian, 1515–1588) , Venice
- Date: 1563
- Medium: Woodcut
- Dimensions: Overall: 9 13/16 x 7 7/8 in. (25 x 20 cm)
- Classifications: Books, Prints, Ornament & Architecture
- Credit Line: Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1937
- Object Number: 37.47.1(28)
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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