Artwork
The Artisan (from the Tarocchi, series E: Conditions of Man, #3)
The Artisan (from the Tarocchi, series E: Conditions of Man, #3) is a print by the Renaissance artist Master of the E-Series Tarocchi. It dates from 1467 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The Artisan is a print from the Tarocchi series E, a group of engravings depicting various Conditions of Man.
About this work
Overview
The Artisan is a print from the Tarocchi series E, a group of engravings depicting various Conditions of Man. It is the third in a sequence of ten figures representing a social hierarchy.
Subject & Meaning
The print portrays a male artisan at work in his workshop, surrounded by tools and with a fire burning in the background. An apprentice stands behind him, suggesting a thriving craft environment.
Technique & Style
The engraving features detailed renderings of the artisan's workspace, including tools and a fire, conveying a sense of activity and industry.
Context
The Tarocchi series E presents a hierarchical representation of society, with The Artisan occupying a middle position, between the Servant and the Merchant, reflecting the social structure of the time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi (b. 1400) was an Italian artist.
