Artwork
Lucretia
Lucretia is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jacopo Francia. It dates from 1510 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Lucretia is an engraving created by Jacopo Francia around 1510. The print depicts a nude female figure in a simple, architecturally framed space.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Lucretia, identified by her pose and context. She stands with a cloth draped around her, gazing downward, conveying a sense of modesty or introspection.
Technique & Style
Francia's engraving technique is characterized by fine detail and subtle shading, achieved through cross-hatching. The figure is rendered with a high level of texture and volume, while the background is more subdued, with simple lines.
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