Artwork

Two Roman Women

Two Roman Women, by Francesco Primaticcio, 1555
Two Roman Women, by Francesco Primaticcio, 1555

Two Roman Women is a print by the Renaissance artist Francesco Primaticcio. It dates from 1555 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Two Roman Women is a print by Francesco Primaticcio, dated to around 1555, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two women in classical attire, standing together and engaged in a gentle interaction, with their hands positioned in a manner suggesting conversation or emotional connection.

Technique & Style

The women are rendered in a detailed and realistic manner, characteristic of the Renaissance style, which often drew upon classical models for inspiration.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Francesco Primaticcio

Artist

Francesco Primaticcio

Francesco Primaticcio was an Italian Mannerist painter, architect and sculptor who spent most of his career in France.

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