Artwork
The Assumption of the Virgin
The Assumption of the Virgin is a print by the Renaissance artist Domenico Campagnola. It dates from 1517 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Assumption of the Virgin is a 1517 print by Domenico Campagnola, a Venetian Renaissance artist known for his landscapes, now held in the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bifurcated scene of the Assumption of the Virgin. Above, the Virgin ascends, encircled by winged figures bearing flowers and instruments. Below, a diverse group of onlookers, in varied attire, gaze upwards with outstretched arms.
Technique & Style
Campagnola employed sharp lines and dramatic, twisted poses. The work showcases strong chiaroscuro, leveraging contrasts of light and dark to create depth and visual prominence for the figures.
History & Provenance
Created in 1517 by Domenico Campagnola, the print is currently part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Domenico Campagnola (c. 1500–1564) was an Italian painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut of the Venetian Renaissance, but whose most influential works were his drawings of landscapes.
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