Artwork
Martius (March)
Martius (March) 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
Ludovico Mattioli's 1601 etching, Martius (March), captures a serene river scene on laid paper, combining figures, landscape, and architectural elements.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a peaceful riverside moment with a boat, figures on the bank, a bare tree, and a distant hillside town. The title suggests a seasonal context, likely conveying the onset of spring.
Technique & Style
Mattioli employed fine etching lines to achieve detailed textures, evident in the tree's bark and water ripples, demonstrating the medium's capacity for intricate rendering.
History & Provenance
Created in 1601, the etching's provenance details are not specified here, focusing instead on its creation by Mattioli in the given year.
Context
As an early 17th-century print, Martius reflects the period's interest in landscape and everyday life, potentially influenced by broader Renaissance artistic themes.
Legacy
While specific influence or notable exhibitions of Martius are not detailed, it remains a characteristic example of early 17th-century etching techniques and landscape themes.
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