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Vertical Panel with a Candelabrum Stemming from a Leaf-Faced Grostesque at Bottom

ca. 1520–55
Not on view
Candelabrum with a grotesque at bottom with a star-shaped body formed from five leaves and two arms and legs. Above, two serpentine grotesques hang from torches and face center.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Vertical Panel with a Candelabrum Stemming from a Leaf-Faced Grostesque at Bottom
  • Artist: Allaert Claesz. (Dutch, active 1520–55)
  • Date: ca. 1520–55
  • Medium: Engraving
  • Dimensions: Sheet: 3 9/16 × 13/16 in. (9.1 × 2.1 cm)
  • Classifications: Prints, Ornament & Architecture
  • Credit Line: The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1956
  • Object Number: 56.500.87
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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