Ornament Panel: Mars, God of Battles
1507
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Nicoletto da Modena
Nicoletto da Modena (1490–1569) was an artist, born in Modena.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Ornament Panel: Mars, God of Battles is a 1507 by Nicoletto da Modena, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This black-and-white design is packed with swirling shapes and figures. At the top, a winged figure holds a spear and stands on a pedestal, surrounded by small faces and animals. Below, a mix of leaves, masks, and strange creatures fills the space, all tangled together in a busy pattern. The lines are sharp and detailed, creating a sense of movement. The top figure is labeled *Mars*, the Roman god of war, which ties the whole image to battles and strength. The design looks like it was meant to decorate something, maybe armor or a building. Next, look up Renaissance to see how this style fits into that time.
Nicoletto da Modena (1490–1569) was an artist, born in Modena.
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