Artwork
Suite of Vases: Plate 13
Suite of Vases: Plate 13 is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques François Saly. It dates from 1746 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Suite of Vases: Plate 13 is an etching by Jacques François Saly, part of a set of 30 prints published after his studies at the French Academy in Rome.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a collection of ornate vases, embellished with fantastical creatures, deviating from traditional classical ornamentation.
Technique & Style
Saly's sculptural training is evident in his designs, which begin with basic antique vase forms and evolve into intricate, imaginative compositions.
History & Provenance
Saly created the etchings following his studies at the French Academy in Rome from 1740 to 1746.
Context
The design of ornamental vases was a popular pursuit in the mid-18th century, allowing artists to explore their creativity without formal constraints.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacques François Joseph Saly, also known as Jacques Saly (20 June 1717 – 4 May 1776), French-born sculptor who worked in France, Italy and Malta.
