Suite of Vases: Plate 2
1746
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1746
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a set of ornate vases with strange creatures on them. The vases are based on classic designs, but the creatures are really unique. They were likely inspired by the artist's time at the French Academy in Rome, where he studied and experimented with different styles. To learn more about this style of art, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
