Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by the Renaissance artist Domenico del Barbiere. It dates from 1525 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This untitled print depicts a dynamic and chaotic scene, rendered in black and white with rough, sketchy lines. The composition is characterized by a tangle of muscular figures in various poses, conveying a sense of movement and tension.
Subject & Meaning
The upper section of the print is based on Michelangelo's 'Last Judgment' and features five angels holding a column. The scene is populated by figures with tense faces, some of whom appear to be struggling or fighting, while others fall or stand amidst a stormy, wave-like background.
Technique & Style
The print is executed in a style marked by expressive, rough lines that emphasize the physicality and energy of the depicted figures. The use of black and white adds to the dramatic effect, creating a sense of turmoil and chaos.
History & Provenance
The print bears the inscription 'Domenico Fiorentino' on the right side, suggesting a connection to the artist or workshop of the same name.
Artist & collection
Artist
Domenico del Barbiere (c. 1506 – c. 1570) was a Florentine artist of the Renaissance period, also referred to as Domenico Fiorentino, and, in France, Dominique Florentin. He settled and married at Troyes in France…
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