Artwork
Augustus (August)
Augustus (August) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Ludovico Mattioli. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Augustus is an etching on laid paper by Ludovico Mattioli, created in 1601.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man with a strong facial structure, dressed in attire suggestive of an earlier era. The level of detail in his clothing and features implies that the subject is a person of significance.
Technique & Style
The etching technique used by Mattioli allows for precise rendering of details, evident in the subject's facial features and clothing. This level of precision is characteristic of the medium, which enables artists to achieve a high degree of accuracy.
Artist & collection
