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The Meeting of San Carlo Borromeo and San Filippo Neri

The Meeting of San Carlo Borromeo and San Filippo Neri, by Italian 17th Century, ink, 1600
The Meeting of San Carlo Borromeo and San Filippo Neri, by Italian 17th Century, ink, 1600

The Meeting of San Carlo Borromeo and San Filippo Neri is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Italian 17th Century. It dates from 1600 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Meeting of San Carlo Borromeo and San Filippo Neri is a drawing executed in pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper. It depicts a simple, intimate scene between two robed figures.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows two men, one with a halo, shaking hands in a plain room, suggesting a moment of significant encounter or agreement. The figures are likely San Carlo Borromeo and San Filippo Neri, indicating a historical or religious narrative.

Technique & Style

The artist employed fine lines and shading to convey the texture and folds of the robes. Cross-hatching is used to build shadows, adding depth to the scene. The use of light on the faces and hands creates a sense of realism and emphasizes the interaction between the figures.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Italian 17th Century

Artist

Italian 17th Century

This Italian artist worked in the 17th century, making engravings, ink drawings, and oil paintings.

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