This is an illustration of an elephant surrounded by mythical figures and animals. The elephant is draped with garlands of fruit and flowers. On its back is a leopard, accompanied by putti playing a musical instrument. Various mythical creatures are depicted engaging in different activities around the elephant. In the background, there is a landscape with nymph-like figures and tall, spindly plants. The artwork conveys a sense of dynamic movement, detailed ornamentation, and mythical themes characteristic of the Baroque era.
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This is an illustration of an elephant surrounded by mythical figures and animals. The elephant is draped with garlands of fruit and flowers. On its back is a leopard, accompanied by putti playing a musical instrument. Various mythical creatures are depicted engaging in different activities around the elephant. In the background, there is a landscape with nymph-like figures and tall, spindly plants. The artwork conveys a sense of dynamic movement, detailed ornamentation, and mythical themes characteristic of the Baroque era.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Bacchus with Diana and Minerva

Pierre Brebiette

Medium
etching
Dimensions
image: 32.4 x 40.1 cm (12 3/4 x 15 13/16 in.) sheet: 32.4 x 40.1 cm (12 3/4 x 15 13/16 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1971.36.1
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Tree
  • Musicians
  • Elephant
  • Putti
  • animal
  • Cherub
  • Quiver
  • Writing

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