Artwork
The Conquest of Ignorance
The Conquest of Ignorance is an ink print by the Renaissance artist René Boyvin. It dates from 1564 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Conquest of Ignorance is an engraving on laid paper created by René Boyvin around 1564.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a crowded, chaotic scene with figures in various states of dress and activity, possibly symbolizing different mental or intellectual conditions. A classical building and a statue of a woman are visible in the background.
Technique & Style
Boyvin employed sharp lines and shading to convey drama and depth, characteristic of engraving techniques using a burin and ink.
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