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Element Earth Westside

Artus Quellinus the Elder1655-01-01/1655-01-02

Royal Palace Amsterdam

Royal Palace Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Earth holds a cornucopia (horn of plenty) in one hand while her other hand rests on a globe. On her head is a wreath of flowers. Beneath her feet are two creatures that live underground: a serpent and a mole. Behind her are vines.

Additional information:
Earth is the heaviest of the elements. It is represented together with animals and plants that live in and on the earth. The globe represents the Earth.

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  • Title: Element Earth Westside
  • Creator Lifespan: 1609 - 1668
  • Creator Nationality: Flemish
  • Creator Gender: Male
  • Creator Death Place: Antwerp
  • Creator Birth Place: Antwerp
  • Date Created: 1655-01-01/1655-01-02
  • Sculptor: Artus Quellinus
  • Place Part Of: Netherlands
  • Display: Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Description: Marble
  • Type: Sculpture
  • Rights: © Stichting Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam. Photo: Wim Ruigrok., ©Stichting Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam
Royal Palace Amsterdam

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