A Blessed Spirit

1591

Cherubino Alberti

Associated Names
Cherubino Alberti

Artist, Roman, 1553 - 1615

Michelangelo

Artist After, Florentine, 1475 - 1564

The artwork depicts a muscular, nude male figure ascending into the sky, with his back turned to the viewer. His right arm is outstretched upward, and his left leg is bent, creating a dynamic pose. The figure is surrounded by swirling clouds. The scene is framed by an ornate oval border featuring classical architectural elements and decorative motifs. At the top of the frame, two cherubic figures with wings hold a circular medallion inscribed with text. The background is intricately detailed with hatching and cross-hatching, adding depth and texture to the overall composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1972.65.4

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 68


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1985

  • Figure Prints from the National Gallery's Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., 1985-1986, no cat.

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

Q65566736

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