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The image contains swirling lines and shapes, creating an abstract scene with a central figure suspended in motion amidst billowing clouds. The word "ASTROLOGIA" is inscribed above. The main figure is surrounded by circular and ribbon-like curves, suggesting movement and grace. Smaller winged figures hover nearby, one holding an instrument and another with a set of scales. The background features architectural elements like columns and a serene landscape.
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The image contains swirling lines and shapes, creating an abstract scene with a central figure suspended in motion amidst billowing clouds. The word "ASTROLOGIA" is inscribed above. The main figure is surrounded by circular and ribbon-like curves, suggesting movement and grace. Smaller winged figures hover nearby, one holding an instrument and another with a set of scales. The background features architectural elements like columns and a serene landscape.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Astrologia (Astrology)

Virgil Solis

Medium
engraving
Classification
Print
Accession number
1943.3.7975
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1501 to 1550
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Portfolio and series

Series
Seven Liberal Arts [B. 190-196]

Subjects and terms

  • German
  • Cherub
  • Female figure
  • Building
  • Cloud
  • Writing

NGA object ID 10470. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.