Acanthus Scrolls
1561
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Italian 16th Century
A 16th-century Italian sculptor left us small bronze works in dark brown and gold.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Acanthus Scrolls is a 1561 ink by Italian 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows intricate designs of acanthus leaves. The details are very fine, with many small lines and curves. The artist used these details to create a sense of movement and energy in the design, which was a common feature of this style during the 16th century. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of the artist: Italian 16th Century.
A 16th-century Italian sculptor left us small bronze works in dark brown and gold.
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