Der Früchtekranz / La Guirnalda de Frutos / The Garland of Fruits

A late 19th-century mechanical reproduction of a famous Rubens masterpiece

Visual Details

Description

Seven putti (cherubs) struggle to carry a massive, heavy garland of grapes, pears, peaches, and apples. The image captures the physical effort of the children and the characteristic fleshiness of Rubens’ figures.

The Subject

Baroque putti, abundance, Flemish art reproductions.

Technical Specifications

Peter Paul Rubens (possibly with Frans Snyders)
Peter Paul Rubens
Phototype or high-quality mechanical engraving
Circa 1890-1900
Not specified in source
Nº 8076
“Der Früchtekranz”; “The Garland of Fruits”; “Künzli Frères, Zurich”; “Pinacothèque Munich”
Firm paper with foxing
Not specified in source
Zurich, Switzerland

Historical Significance

Symbolizes Abundance and Fertility in Baroque art. This print shows how advanced 19th-century printing technology brought gallery masterpieces to the European and American export markets

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