Frieze with Tritons and Nymphs, c. 1517, Girolamo Mocetto, Italian, (Venice), c. 1470–c. 1531, 4 5/16 x 12 9/16 in. (10.95 x 31.91 cm) (image), Engraving, Italy, 16th century, Although Venice originated in the early Middle Ages as a swampland stronghold against northern barbarians, the powerful republic identified itself with the ancient Romans and their sea god, Neptune. This print is one of two long, horizontal engravings that create a frieze of Neptune and his entourage. The design of the figures is likely based on grotesques unearthed from Roman ruins and circulated among artists in the early Renaissance.
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