An Omen of Augustus's Future Greatness

1531-1576

Giulio Bonasone, after Giulio Romano

Associated Names
Giulio Bonasone

Artist, Bolognese, c. 1500/1510–after 1574

Giulio Romano

Artist After, Roman, 1499 - 1546

A drawing of a mythological scene with classical architecture and figures. The image features several figures in ancient attire engaged in various activities within a landscape setting. One figure rides a chariot drawn by horses amidst clouds in the sky. On the ground, there is a gathering of individuals around a bathing scene. Classical architecture, including columns and a domed structure, is present in the background. The detailed renderings of trees, buildings, and figures showcase a meticulous and skillful artistic approach.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on blue paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 19.9 × 26.7 cm (7 13/16 × 10 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1979.81.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 174

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.

Wikidata ID

Q65569020

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