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.
- Accession no.
- 1996.229.14
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
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.
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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.
