Ornament Panel: Satyr Holding a Violin
1510
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1510
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ornament Panel: Satyr Holding a Violin is a 1510 ink by Andrea Zoan, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows three stacked scenes with lots of swirling designs around them. At the top, a winged figure holds a bow and arrow. In the middle, a half-naked man with horns plays a violin. Below, a goat-like creature stands on its hind legs, looking up. The artist packed a lot into small spaces—tiny details fill every corner. This style was common in Renaissance engravings, where artists used lines to create depth. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made intricate prints.
