Giovanni Domenico Ferretti

Italian, 1692 - 1768

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The image features two people in full-body view. One person is seated wearing an elaborate gown, bonnet, and a mask with exaggerated eyes. They hold a decorative bag on their lap. The other person stands with one arm bent and the other holding a handheld mirror. They wear a fitted gown with intricate details. The background is a simple textured backdrop with Italian text in the lower part of the image.
Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner, Harlequin as Lacemaker, 1760, etching and engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2018.154.2

Harlequin as Lacemaker

Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner · 1760 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2018.154.2

The image shows two figures, a man and a woman. The man is standing with crutches and wearing a detailed uniform with a sword, while the woman stands gracefully holding a basket. The background shows a cloudy sky and a landscape.
Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner, Harlequin as Crippled Soldier, 1760, etching and engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2018.154.3

Harlequin as Crippled Soldier

Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner · 1760 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2018.154.3

The image shows two full-body figures interacting. The figure on the left has long, curly hair and is wearing a long dress with voluminous sleeves. This person appears to be pulling on the garment of the figure on the right. The figure on the right is slightly bent forward, wearing a wide-brimmed hat that partially obscures their face. This figure is dressed in layered garments, including a cloak and striped leggings. Their shoes have pronounced buckles. The setting is an indeterminate interior space with a textured background. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held by either figure. At the bottom of the image, there is a caption in Italian.
Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner, Harlequin Unmasked, 1760, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2018.154.4

Harlequin Unmasked

Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner · 1760 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  2018.154.4

This is a drawing of an artist at work. The scene depicts a person sitting at a chair, leaning over another individual to paint their portrait. The artist uses a brush and holds a pot. Several pottery items are placed around the figures, including a pitcher spilling liquid onto the floor. An easel in the middle displays a human figure portrait. The drawing showcases varied textures and intricate linework for depth and shading.
Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner, Harlequin as a Painter, 1760, etching and engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2018.154.1

Harlequin as a Painter

Francesco Bartolozzi, Joseph Wagner · 1760 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2018.154.1