Leon Davent Collection (page 3)

Nymph Watching Heron Flying Away ca 1542-45
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Camillus Arriving Moment Romans Atone Pillage
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Drawings Prints, Print, Ragusej Merchant, Les, quatre, premiers, livres, des
Drawings and Prints, Print, Ragusej Merchant, from Les quatre premiers livres des navigations et peregrinations orientales by Nicolas de Nicolay, Artist, After, Leon Davent, Anonymous, French

Battle Amazons 1547 Etching Sheet trimmed 7 3 / 16
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Calliope ca 1542-45 Etching Sheet trimmed 8 3 / 4
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Christ Limbo 1546-47 Etching Sheet trimmed 14 5 / 8
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Drawings Prints, Print, Landscape, Arched, Tomb, Obelisk, Artist, Leon Davent, French
Drawings and Prints, Print, Landscape with Arched Tomb and an Obelisk, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56, Davent, Leon, 1540, 1556, 1540-56, 1540, 1556

King Kneeling Altar ca 1540-45 Etching Sheet
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Garden Vertumnus 1540-56 Engraving first state
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Urania ca 1542-45 Etching Sheet trimmed 8 7 / 8
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Erato ca 1540-45 Etching Sheet trimmed 9 1 / 16
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Drawings Prints, Print, Riverbank Serpent, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56
Drawings and Prints, Print, Riverbank with Serpent, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56, Davent, Leon, 1540, 1556, 1540-56, 1540, 1556

Hercules Bed Omphale 1540-56 Engraving Sheet
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Sacrifice mid-16th century Etching Sheet trimmed
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Envy ca 1550-55 Etching Sheet trimmed / oval
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Bellona Seated Trophies ca 1540-45 Etching
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Emperor Mark Antony Offering Sacrifice ca 1540-45
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Sloth ca 1550-55 Etching Sheet trimmed / oval
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Virgin Child Saints ca 1550-56 Etching Sheet
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Venus 1540-56 Etching Sheet trimmed 8 7 / 8 6 11 / 16
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Eros Anteros 1540-56 Etching Sheet trimmed
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Hercules Fighting Aboard Argonauts Ship ca 1542-45
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Mars seated Trophies ca 1542-45 Etching Sheet
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Standing Nude Woman 1540-56 Etching Sheet trimmed
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Euterpe ca 1540-45 Etching Sheet 9 6 5 / 16 22. 8
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Fishing Scene 1547 Etching Sheet trimmed 12 1 / 16
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Jupiter Antiope ca 1540-45 Etching Sheet 6 9 / 16
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Venus Finding Mars Asleep ca 1545 Etching Sheet
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Terpsichore ca 1542-45 Etching Sheet trimmed
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Drawings Prints, Print, Calisto, Changed, Into, Bear, Fable, Calisto, Artist, Leon Davent
Drawings and Prints, Print, Calisto Changed Into a Bear From Fable of Calisto, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56, Davent, Leon, 1540, 1556, 1547-50, 1547, 1550

Cupid Bandaged Eyes 1540-56 Engraving Sheet
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Young Woman Antique Dress 1540 Engraving Sheet
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Sacrifice 1540-56 Etching Sheet trimmed 8 9 / 16
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Mars Venus Served Table Cupid 1540-56 Etching
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Alexander Mastering Bucephalus ca 1540-45 Etching
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Rebecca Eliezer Well ca 1542-45 Etching Sheet
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Avarice ca 1547 Etching Sheet trimmed 12 1 / 16
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Venus Vulcan Forge 1546-47 Etching plate 12 15 / 16 x 17 11 / 16
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Men Gathered Around Camel mid-16th century Etching
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Melpomene ca 1540-45 Etching Sheet trimmed
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Drawings Prints, Print, Landscape Diana Resting, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56
Drawings and Prints, Print, Landscape with Diana Resting, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56, Davent, Leon, 1540, 1556, 1526-50, 1526, 1550

Drawings Prints, Print, Landscape ruins, courtiers, gondola, Artist, Leon Davent
Drawings and Prints, Print, Landscape with ruins, courtiers, and a gondola, Artist, Leon Davent, French, active 1540-56, Davent, Leon, 1540, 1556, 1526-50

Juno 1540-56 Etching Sheet trimmed 8 7 / 8 6 15 / 16
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Hercules Dressed Woman 1540-56 Etching Sheet
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Jupiter Eagle Bringing Water Styx Psyche 1540-56
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Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Emperor Marc Antony Offering
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Jupiter Surrounded Gods Carrying Branches 1547
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Diana Nymphs Pursuing Stag 1547 Etching Sheet
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Leon Davent, a talented artist of the 16th century, captured the essence of sacrifice and mythology in his remarkable works. In "A Sacrifice, " inspired by a relief on Trajan's Column, Davent skillfully depicts the solemnity and devotion of this ancient ritual. The intricate details transport us to another time, where we witness the reverence bestowed upon this act. In "Mars and Venus Served by Cupid and the Graces, " Davent presents a scene filled with love and beauty. The delicate strokes bring to life these iconic figures as they are attended to by Cupid and the Graces, and is as if we have stumbled upon an intimate moment shared between gods. "Brennus throwing his sword on the scales before Camillus" showcases Davent's ability to capture historical events with great accuracy. This powerful image portrays Brennus' symbolic gesture of surrendering his weapon before Camillus, emphasizing honor even in defeat. Davent's portrayal of Jupiter pressing storm clouds reveals his mastery over celestial themes. With each stroke, he brings forth Jupiter's might as he commands nature itself. The intensity emanating from this piece reminds us of our vulnerability against forces beyond our control. In "Hercules dressed as a Woman, " Davent explores gender fluidity through mythological storytelling. Hercules dons feminine attire, challenging societal norms while showcasing strength in various forms. This thought-provoking artwork challenges traditional notions of masculinity. The delightful composition titled "Mars and Venus Being Served at Table by Cupid" transports us into an idyllic scene where love reigns supreme amidst divine beings feasting together joyously. Through vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail, Davent invites us into their world filled with passion and desire. With "Jupiter on his Throne, " Leon Davent captures regality personified through Zeus himself seated atop Mount Olympus. His commanding presence radiates power and authority, reminding us of the gods' dominion over mortals.