Artwork
The Coronation of the Virgin with Angel Musicians and All Saints
The Coronation of the Virgin with Angel Musicians and All Saints is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Master J.N.. It dates from 1590 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Coronation of the Virgin with Angel Musicians and All Saints is a drawing created by Master J.N. around 1590. It is executed in pen and black ink with gray wash on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts the coronation of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by numerous figures including angel musicians and saints, set against a backdrop of rocky cliffs and cloudy skies.
Technique & Style
The artist employed rapid, sketchy lines to populate the scene, achieving a sense of lightness and activity. The use of gray wash adds a soft, hazy quality to the drawing, while the penwork creates texture and depth.
Context
The drawing showcases the artist's skill in using techniques such as hatching to create nuanced shading and texture, characteristic of late 16th-century drawing practices.
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