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Decorative Ewer with Satyrs

Mathias Zündt

Artwork Details

Decorative Ewer with Satyrs
circa 1551-1572
Mathias Zündt
pen and brown ink with ink wash on paper
10 ⅞ in x 6 ¾ in (27.62 cm x 17.15 cm)
Museum Purchase
1960/2.21

Description

Subject Matter:

The ewer in this drawing is embellished with a riot of satyrs in addition to lions and grotesque masks. Satyrs were followers of Bacchus, making them appropriate for a vessel made to serve wine. The extravagant decoration of the piece was a way for the artist to manifest his skill.

Physical Description:

The ewer in this drawing is decorated with cavorting satyrs, lions, and grotesque masks.

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