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Base and Capital with Figure of Fame and Winged Horses (capital)

c. 1525–1550

Master G. A. with the man-trap

(Italian, active 1525–50)
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Culture
Italy, 16th century
Medium
engraving
Credit Line
Dudley P. Allen Fund 1978.82.a
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Location
Not on view
Print
A horizontally oriented engraving in black ink depicts an ornate column capital. Centered among dense, jagged leaves, the winged figure of Fame sits holding two long trumpets. Winged horses emerge from the upper corners, facing away from each other toward the outer edges. A single flower sits at the top center below a curved architectural rim. Fine, hatched linework creates depth and texture across the symmetrical design.

Base and Capital with Figure of Fame and Winged Horses (capital)

c. 1525–1550

Master G. A. with the man-trap

(Italian, active 1525–50)
Italy, 16th century

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