Artwork

Print from Drawing Book

Print from Drawing Book, by Luca Ciamberlano, ink, 1615
Print from Drawing Book, by Luca Ciamberlano, ink, 1615

Print from Drawing Book is an ink print by the Baroque artist Luca Ciamberlano. It dates from 1615 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Luca Ciamberlano's 'Print from Drawing Book' is an engraving produced around 1615, featuring a portrait of a woman in profile.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman with her head turned to the left, wearing a simple draped garment and a braided bun with loose strands framing her face. The portrayal conveys a sense of understated elegance.

Technique & Style

The engraving showcases fine lines and cross-hatching techniques to achieve detailed shading and depth, characteristic of Ciamberlano's meticulous style.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1615, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.

Context

This work reflects the Baroque period's emphasis on detailed engraving techniques, potentially intended for instructional or artistic dissemination through a drawing book.

Legacy

While the broader impact of 'Print from Drawing Book' is not detailed, it exemplifies Ciamberlano's contribution to 17th-century engraving practices.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Luca Ciamberlano

Artist

Luca Ciamberlano

Luca Ciamberlano (1580–1641) was an artist, born in Urbino.

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