Water, Marcus Gheeraerts the Elder, circa 1580

Engraving of a female representation of one of the four elements surrounded by animals and objects reflecting her attribute. Plate from a suite of 4 showing the four elements designed by marcus gheeraerts i. Engraved and published by philip galle, antwerp, c. 1580s. Object Type: print. Date: circa 1580. Dimensions: height: 200 mm (7.87 in)width: 134 mm (5.27 in). Medium: engraving, paper. Collection: Victoria and Albert Museum. Marcus Gheeraerts I - The four elements - Water