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Hugh Scrutton

British, 1917 - 1991

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This is a drawing of a group of figures in a classical architectural setting. The scene includes figures in draped garments, surrounding columns with Corinthian capitals. The setting suggests a hall or temple-like environment. The central figures appear to be engaged in dialogue or teaching, while others observe. The figures have various postures, creating movement across the composition. The drawing uses a sepia tone and cross-hatching for depth and texture, reminiscent of Renaissance art.
Parmigianino, Antonio da Trento, Ugo da Carpi, Saints Peter and John Healing the Lame Man at the Golden Gate, c. 1527/1530, etching and chiaroscuro woodcut, printed in brown and black from two blocks and one plate on laid paper, laid down on an old mount, Gift of Ann and Matthew Nimetz, 2019.54.1

Saints Peter and John Healing the Lame Man at the Golden Gate

Parmigianino, Antonio da Trento, Ugo da Carpi · c. 1527/1530 · etching and chiaroscuro woodcut, printed in brown and black from two blocks and one plate on laid paper, laid down on an old mount ·  Accession ID  2019.54.1