Allegory of the Life of a Scholar in a Rich Household [fol. 3 verso / 4 recto]

Allegory of the Life of a Scholar in a Rich Household [fol. 3 verso / 4 recto]

French 16th Century

1514

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting is titled Allegory of the Life of a Scholar in a Rich Household. It was made during the Renaissance period, which is interesting because it shows how scholars were viewed in wealthy homes. The artist used pen and brown ink on laid paper to create this work. Check out the Renaissance movement to learn more about this style.

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