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Nymph Playing a Horn (recto); Bracket with a Mans Head (verso), 16th century
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Nymph Playing a Horn (recto); Bracket with a Mans Head (verso), 16th century
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Brush And Brown And Gray Wash Horn Nymph Wash Water Nymph Wave Waves Gouache Playing An Instrument
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This 16th-century print titled "Nymph Playing a Horn (recto); Bracket with a Man's Head (verso)" is an exquisite example of German artistry. The anonymous artist skillfully employed brush and brown and gray wash, along with gray green gouache, to create this stunning piece. On the recto side, we see a graceful water nymph playing a horn, her delicate features highlighted with white over black chalk. Her enchanting presence is further enhanced by the use of color and meticulous attention to detail. On the verso side, we encounter a bracket adorned with the profile of a man's head. Executed in brush and brown wash, yellow orange gouache, and silhouetted with brush and gray wash, this composition exudes both strength and mystery. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the figure's expression. Housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), this artwork showcases Germany's rich artistic heritage from the 16th century. It invites viewers into an era where mythological beings like nymphs roamed freely alongside human figures. With its intricate technique and evocative subject matter, this print captivates audiences even today. Its timeless beauty serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with nature's ethereal creatures intertwined within our human world—a testament to the power of art across centuries.
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