A drawing of a figure transforming into a tree is depicted in a circular frame. One figure on the left is transforming into a tree, with arms extending upward and morphing into branches with foliage. Another figure on the right is dynamic in posture, holding a curved object resembling a bow. The background shows a landscape with trees and hills. The detailed etching technique highlights the expressiveness of the figures and the natural setting. Latin text is included in the image.

Daphne Turning to a Laurel

Wolfgang the Elder, Georg Andreas · German

1665

Medium: etching on laid paper
Classification: Portfolio
Period: 1601 to 1650
Image size: 3353 × 3477px

Description

A drawing of a figure transforming into a tree is depicted in a circular frame. One figure on the left is transforming into a tree, with arms extending upward and morphing into branches with foliage. Another figure on the right is dynamic in posture, holding a curved object resembling a bow. The background shows a landscape with trees and hills. The detailed etching technique highlights the expressiveness of the figures and the natural setting. Latin text is included in the image.

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