A black and white engraving depicting a grotesque man blowing into a tube towards a woman, flanked by fantastical creatures and ornate structures.
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This is a black and white engraving depicting a bizarre and fantastical scene. In the center, a stout, grotesque man with a bulbous nose and devilish horns is blowing into a long, curved tube directed towards a woman. The woman, partially nude, is reacting with a surprised expression, her hands raised. Flanking this central interaction are fantastical creatures and decorative elements. To the left, a small, ape-like creature sits atop a swirling, ornate structure resembling a plant or coral. To the right, a skeletal, horned figure stands atop a similar swirling structure, also resembling a plant or coral. Both structures are highly detailed with intricate patterns and curves. The scene is set on a simple ground plane, and the overall style is reminiscent of Renaissance or Baroque grotesque art, with a focus on exaggerated features and fantastical imagery. The artist's signature, 'Ierme ex.', is visible in the bottom right corner.


License: CC0