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The image shows a cherubic figure in a suspended position amidst swirling clouds. The cherub has curly hair, a round face, and a serene expression. It is portrayed in classical art style without clothing, draped in flowing fabric. The cherub holds a leafy branch overhead. The background includes detailed clouds and fabric to imply motion and wind. Below the scene is a cartouche with scrollwork, a bearded face, and the words "NON SINE LABORE" inscribed. The artwork is an engraving with detailed line work and classical design elements.
National Gallery of Art · Print
An Allegorical Figure: Non sine labore
Cherubino Alberti
- Date
- 1628
- Medium
- etching
- Classification
- Accession number
- 1972.65.2
- Credit line
- Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
- Time span
- 1601 to 1650
- Department
- CG-E
Subjects and terms
- Angel
- Roman
- boy
- portrait
- Male nude
- Cherub
NGA object ID 53423. 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.