Door Knocker with Triton, Nereid, and Putti
1700
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1700
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Door Knocker with Triton, Nereid, and Putti is a 1700 ink by Italian 17th Century, a Baroque work, depicting Putti, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a door knocker in the shape of Triton, surrounded by a Nereid and putti. It's detailed and intricate. The door knocker is the main focus of the painting, with the other figures playing a secondary role. This artwork is interesting because it showcases the artist's skill in rendering small details. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: gouache.
This Italian artist worked in the 17th century, making engravings, ink drawings, and oil paintings.
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