Raphael Saitel

Italian, active late 16th century

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This is a drawing of a scene featuring a biblical or mythical theme. The central figure is a robed character with outstretched arms. Many skeletal figures are rising from the ground or emerging from tombs in various poses. Above, a divine figure surrounded by angelic beings is looking down upon the scene. In the background, there are ancient ruinous structures on a hilltop. The sky is filled with dynamic cloud formations. The drawing is detailed with intricate line work.
Giovanni Battista Fontana, Raphael Saitel, The Vision of Ezekiel, 1579, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2013.99.1

The Vision of Ezekiel

Giovanni Battista Fontana, Raphael Saitel · 1579 · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.99.1