Who created "Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents""?

Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents" was created by Adriaen Collaert|Maerten de Vos in 1580–1600.

When was "Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents"" created?

This artwork was created 1580–1600.

What medium is "Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents""?

Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents" is Engraving; second state of three.

Is "Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents"" in the public domain?

Yes, Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents" is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents"

Adriaen Collaert|Maerten de Vos

1580–1600

Medium

Engraving; second state of three

Dimensions

sheet: 8 3/16 x 10 3/16 in. (20.8 x 25.9 cm) (clipped)

Classification

Prints

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of the Estate of James Hazen Hyde, 1959

Accession Number

59.654.9

Tags

LionsBirdsFemale NudesCrocodilesElephants

Art Historical Context

In the late 16th century, artists Maerten de Vos and Aden Collaert collaborated on *Allegory of Africa*, part of the renowned series *The Four Contin*. De Vos, a leading Mannerist painter known for his intricate allegories and religious scenes, likely designed the composition, while Collaert a master engraver, translated it into this detailed print. Created between 1580 and 1600, it exemplifies the Northern Renaissance fascination with personifying the known world, reflecting Europe's expanding global awareness during the Age of Exploration. The engraving depicts Africa as a majestic female n...

Allegory of Africa, from "The Four Continents"

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