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Italian Prince before Margaret of Austria

1612

Antonio Tempesta

Associated Names

Antonio Tempesta

Artist, Florentine, 1555 - 1630

The image shows a formal gathering or meeting. A group of figures in historical costumes stand in a stately room. They are engaging with each other, with some possibly delivering or receiving a message. The setting includes a large wooden door in the background. The style is reminiscent of classical European engravings, with detailed line work and careful depiction of clothing and proportions.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching on laid paper [restrike]
Credit Line

Transferred from The Library of Congress
Accession Number

1986.50.148
Catalogue Raisonné

Bartsch, no. 631, State (restrike)

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

Q74873809

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