Large Pendant, Two Fantasy Creatures with Long Tails at Bottom
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Large Pendant, Two Fantasy Creatures with Long Tails at Bottom is a 1596 ink by Daniel Mignot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a fancy chandelier with lots of swirling metal arms and candle holders. Around it, four strange creatures with long tails and spiky feathers sit at the corners. The top has a twisted rope design, and the whole thing is drawn in black lines on a light background. The artist used tiny lines to add shading, making the metal look detailed. This style was common in the 1500s. Next, check out the technique: engraving.
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