Study for a Frieze with Siren and Acanthus by Tullio Lombardo | saved.works

Study for a Frieze with Siren and Acanthus by Tullio Lombardo

Study for a Frieze with Siren and Acanthus

Tullio Lombardo

c. 1481-1489

Brown ink on off-white antique laid paper, scored for transfer

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A drawing depicts the upper torso of a female figure on the left, and elaborate acanthus leaf and floral ornamentation on the right. The figure is rendered in profile, facing left, with braided hair. The ornamentation is detailed and appears to be carved or sculpted. Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Frances L. Hofer

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figure acanthus leaves flowers asymmetrical balance horizontal orientation decorative elements flattened picture plane drawing ornamentation mythological figure botanical study sepia

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