Battista Angolo del Moro

Agnolo, Battista dell'
Angeli, Battista dell'
Angelo, Battista dell'
Moro, Battista del

Italian, c. 1515 - 1573

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A drawing showing a warrior facing off against a dragon. The warrior is depicted as muscular and bearded, with a dynamic posture and a billowing cloak. The dragon has detailed scales, wings, and a fierce expression. The image uses strong lines to create a dramatic scene, with a lightly suggested background of tree branches.
Battista Angolo del Moro, Hercules and the Hydra, 1552, etching on laid paper, Gift of Philip and Judith Benedict, 1997.88.2

Hercules and the Hydra

Battista Angolo del Moro · 1552 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1997.88.2

This is a drawing of a religious scene. The upper portion shows a seated figure with a child, flanked by two winged angelic beings holding musical instruments. The figures are surrounded by floral motifs and display grandeur and reverence in their poses. Below is an arrangement with inscriptions framed by two cherub-like figures. The lower portion shows a gathering of figures dressed in ornate robes and hats, in a ceremonial or ecclesiastical setting. The style resembles Raphael, with intricate detail and a classical composition.
Battista Angolo del Moro, Tomb of a Bishop, 1540s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Gift of Lesley Hill and Alan Stone, 2005.7.1

Tomb of a Bishop

Battista Angolo del Moro · 1540s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.7.1

This is a drawing of a group gathered in an outdoor setting. The artwork depicts figures in a natural environment under a large bending tree. A mountainous landscape is visible in the distance. The figures wear flowing garments and display expressions and gestures. The scene is detailed with a cloudy sky in the background.
Battista Angolo del Moro, The Finding of Moses, 1540s, etching and engraving on laid paper, Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2014.172.1

The Finding of Moses

Battista Angolo del Moro · 1540s · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2014.172.1

The image displays a group of figures surrounding a central figure lying down. The figures have detailed facial features, hair, and beards, with some wearing head coverings and others having long hair or beards. The group includes men and women wearing long robes and head coverings. The figures are in solemn positions, appearing to support or mourn the central individual. The background features a roughly textured surface with foliage above, giving the impression of a cave or rocky setting.
Battista Angolo del Moro, The Entombment, 1515-1573, etching on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.516

The Entombment

Battista Angolo del Moro · 1515-1573 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.516

This is a drawing of a group of figures in an outdoor setting with a dramatic sky. The drawing depicts a gathering of figures under a large tree, with a prominent figure standing to one side draped in flowing garments. The sky is filled with stylized clouds that add to the dramatic effect of the scene. The figures appear to be engaged in a shared activity or event, with some figures kneeling on the ground and others standing or leaning forward in attention. The background features mountainous contours which add depth to the scene. The shading and line work show a high level of detail, emphasizing the folds in the garments, the texture of the tree bark, and the expressions and interactions between the figures.
Battista Angolo del Moro, The Finding of Moses, 1540s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2006.162.1

The Finding of Moses

Battista Angolo del Moro · 1540s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2006.162.1

The image shows a natural landscape with a cave on the right side. The viewpoint is at eye level, capturing the mountains meeting the sky at the horizon. A figure is kneeling at the entrance of the cave, surrounded by trees with detailed foliage and textures. The artist uses intricate lines to show depth and texture, resembling etching or engraving. The color palette is monochromatic, using grays and blacks to emphasize details and contrasts. In the distance, there are mountains and structures resembling a settlement. Nearer to the viewer, a path leads to two figures and a donkey, bordered by trees and rocks.
Veronese 16th Century, Battista Angolo del Moro, Landscape with Penitent Saints, 16th Century, etching on laid paper, Gift of Alessandra Manning Dolnier, 2018.113.1

Landscape with Penitent Saints

Veronese 16th Century, Battista Angolo del Moro · 16th Century · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2018.113.1