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Two Nymphs and a Satyr before a Large Vat, by Herman van Swanevelt, ink, 1628

Two Nymphs and a Satyr before a Large Vat

Herman van Swanevelt

1628

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Two Nymphs and a Satyr before a Large Vat is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Herman van Swanevelt
When & what style?
1628 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a lively scene with three figures. On the left, a woman sits on a rock, holding a bowl. To her right, a man with horns and a beard sits on a rock, holding a large jug. In front of them is a large vat with a grid pattern. The background is filled with trees and foliage. The scene is full of energy and movement, with the figures interacting with each other and their surroundings. The use of shading and texture adds depth and detail to the image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.

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