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Melchior Küsel

1681

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image is a black-and-white etching of a fountain with a large urn in the center. The urn is decorated with leaves and flowers, and water is flowing out of it. There are two cherubs on either side of the urn, holding garlands of flowers. In the background, there is a building with a dome on top. The etching is very detailed, with intricate lines and textures. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and shading in the image. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Baroque movement.

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