Giovanni Gallo

Italian, active 16th century

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The image depicts a figure in elaborate armor and helmet holding a sword and cluster of grapes, standing triumphantly over a beast-like creature. The background includes swirling clouds and ancient ruins. The color palette consists of blues and earth tones, with dynamic and intricate lines, reminiscent of the style of Hendrik Goltzius.
Giovanni Gallo, Perseus, 1570/1580, chiaroscuro woodcut printed in black and blue on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2006.162.11

Perseus

Giovanni Gallo · 1570/1580 · chiaroscuro woodcut printed in black and blue on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2006.162.11

The image features four figures: a woman and child seated at the center, with two adults on either side. The central woman cradles the unclothed child while looking down at them. On her left, another woman reaches out to touch the central woman's arm. On the right, an older man stands behind them, reaching forward. The background includes architectural elements like columns and arches, with greenery and distant buildings visible.
Giovanni Gallo, Madonna and Child with Saint Catherine, woodcut on laid paper, Gift of Gaillard F. Ravenel and Frances P. Smyth-Ravenel, 2000.7.17

Madonna and Child with Saint Catherine

Giovanni Gallo · · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.7.17