Artwork
Sol (The Sun)
Sol (The Sun) is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master IB. It dates from 1528 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Sol (The Sun) is an engraving created by Master IB in 1528.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a crowned figure seated on the ground, holding a scepter and gazing upwards. Dressed in a flowing robe and cloak, the figure exudes grandeur and authority, conveying power and importance.
Technique & Style
The engraving showcases the artist's skill with cross-hatching, a technique characteristic of Renaissance printmaking.
Artist & collection
