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

Print from Drawing Book is an engraving created by Luca Ciamberlano around 1615.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a male and female nude figure in a classical pose, shown from the waist up, with their heads turned towards each other. The female figure faces away from the viewer.

Technique & Style

The engraving is characterized by a detailed and realistic style, utilizing cross-hatching to create texture and depth. The plain background emphasizes the figures.

Context

The use of cross-hatching is consistent with Ciamberlano's known engraving techniques.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Luca Ciamberlano

Artist

Luca Ciamberlano

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

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