Architectural Motif with Fruit in a Vase
1690
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1690
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a black-and-white drawing of a fancy vase sitting on a table. The vase is tall and decorated with swirls and leaves, and it holds a bunch of grapes or berries. Above the vase, there’s a triangular shape with more swirls and a crown-like top, like a frame. The drawing looks like it was made by pressing lines into a metal plate, which is how etching works. The paper has a textured background, which is common for old prints. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists made prints like this.
