Goblet decorated with masque
1579
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1579
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Goblet decorated with masque is a 1579 ink by Georg Wechter I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a tall, ornate goblet drawn in black and white. The goblet is covered in swirling patterns—leaves, flowers, and faces peek out from the design. At the top, a small face looks down from the center. The letters "GW" sit on a small plaque below the goblet. The artist carved these details using tiny lines to build up shadows. This style makes the design look almost three-dimensional. Want to see how artists did this? Look up engraving.
