Object Details
original artist
Van Dyck, Anthony
graphic artist
Bolswert, Schelte Adams
publisher
Galle II, Cornelius
Description
Silenus, in Greek mythology,was the tutor and companion to the wine god Dionysus. He is shown drunk and supported by other revelers. The original painting by van Dyck is now in Dresden.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Marsh Collection
date made
17th century
ID Number
1978.0534.14
accession number
1978.0534
catalog number
1978.0534.14
Object Name
print
engraving
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
ink (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 43 cm x 30.3 cm; 16 15/16 in x 11 15/16 in
support: 63.8 cm x 53.5 cm; 25 1/8 in x 21 1/16 in
place made
The Netherlands
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
Mythology
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_784825