Le Plongeur, 2015.2.1(1)

Author(s): scheffer, ary (dordrecht, 10–01–1795 - argenteuil, 15–06–1858), painter dating in century: 19th century type(s) of object(s): graphic arts name(s): drawing materials and techniques: watercolor dimensions - frame: height: 25. 4cm width: 34. 6cm marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: signature - sbd: “a. Scheffer” iconographic description: drawing illustrating friedrich schiller's ballad der taucher (the diver). To test the valor of a knight, a king promises his daughter to the one who brings back the golden cup that he throws into the sea. Mode of acquisition: purchase institution: museum of romantic life inventory number: 2015. 2. 1 exposed: museum of romantic life - pavilion, 1st floor, room 7, center of the room. Date: Unknown.