The Martyrdom of Saints Peter and Paul [recto]

c. 1530

Antonio da Trento after Parmigianino

Associated Names
Antonio da Trento

Artist, Italian, c. 1508 - 1550 or after

Parmigianino

Artist After, Parmese, 1503 - 1540

This is a drawing of classical figures in a mythological setting. Various figures are depicted in different poses. In the center, there is a muscular figure wielding a sword. Surrounding this character are other figures. Above them, a winged figure soars through the air. The background includes towering architectural structures reminiscent of ancient temples or palaces. The artwork uses line and shading to convey depth and emotion.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    chiaroscuro woodcut printed from three blocks: dark green line block, gray-green and light gray-brown tone blocks

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed within border): 28.5 x 46 cm (11 1/4 x 18 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1988.65.3.a

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, Vol. 12, p.79, no. 28, State i/ii

Associated Artworks

The Martyrdom of Saints Peter and Paul [verso]

Antonio da Trento

1530

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.

1987

  • Johnson, J., PQ.IV (no.2), 1987, p.154-158, version B.

1988

  • Colnaghi, CHIARO.WDCTS, NY: 10/12-11/5/88, 21.

  • Colnaghi, CHIAROSCURO WDCTS, New York: 10/12-11/5/88, no. 21.

Wikidata ID

Q74880330

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