Print from Drawing Book

c. 1610/1620

Luca Ciamberlano

Associated Names
Luca Ciamberlano

Artist, Italian, 1580 - 1641

Pietro Stefanoni

Publisher, Italian, 1557-c.1642

Agostino Carracci

Artist After, Bolognese, 1557 - 1602

This is a drawing of multiple hands positioned around a keyboard instrument. The drawing depicts various hand gestures and positions, with fingers spread and overlapping over the keys. Each hand appears to have a slightly different gesture. The hands are drawn with attention to anatomical detail, capturing the natural lines and contours of each digit and knuckle. The drawing is oriented vertically, with the keyboard set at an angle that suggests depth and perspective. The artwork is a study of form and motion, rendering the hands with a sense of realism and subtle shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow

  • Dimensions

    image: 16.2 × 11.3 cm (6 3/8 × 4 7/16 in.)
    book: 31.7 × 21.7 (12 1/2 × 8 9/16)

  • Accession Number

    1977.66.1.26

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch 1802-1821, no. 165.49

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a drawing of eyes, ears, a nose, and a mouth. The eyes are detailed with eyelids and eyebrows. Two ears are included, differing in levels of detail. The left side of the sheet has minimal line work, and the right side is shaded with texture, especially on the ear and profile view. Eyebrows and sideburns are visible on the drawings. The background is a textured surface resembling aged paper, with light spots and faint discoloration.

Print from Drawing Book

Luca Ciamberlano, Pietro Stefanoni

1610

This is a photograph of a textured, aged surface. The image shows a surface that resembles an old book cover or a piece of parchment-like material. The dominant color is a muted beige or yellowish tone, with visible soft textures and scattered darker spots. Light linear marks and subtle curvature are visible on the surface, implying faint scratches or indentations. The overall feel is one of antiquity and subtle complexity.

Scuola perfetta per imparare a disegnare tutto il corpo humano cavata dallo studio, e disegni de Caracci novamente data alle stampe

Luca Ciamberlano, Pietro Stefanoni

1610

This is a drawing of detailed human facial features. The image includes lips, noses, and eyes, each with intricate curvature and shadows to depict anatomical structure. The eyes are detailed with fine lines to create texture and dimension. The drawing is on textured paper, adding to its classical aesthetic.

Print from Drawing Book

Luca Ciamberlano, Pietro Stefanoni

1610

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, no. 165.49.

Wikidata ID

Q76561722

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