The Academy of Plato

Salvator Rosa

Associated Names
Salvator Rosa

Artist, Neapolitan, 1615 - 1673

This is a drawing of a group of men discussing in a forest setting. The drawing shows figures gathered in a wooded area, with detailed, textured lines defining the characters and surroundings. The leaves and tree trunks are clearly depicted, creating a dense canopy. The figures are dressed in draped fabric, suggesting an ancient or classical context. They are shown engaging in dialogue through their postures and gestures. Some figures are seated while others are standing, creating a dynamic composition against the natural backdrop.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1972.66.42

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Theodoli 1992, no. 109, State i/ii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

1979

  • Wallace, Richard W. The Etchings of Salvator Rosa. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 1979.

1992

  • Theodoli, Olimpia. Salvator Rosa, 1615-1673: Acqueforti. Bergamo: Alcon, 1992.

Wikidata ID

Q65577124

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