Artwork
Ruins of an Aqueduct
Ruins of an Aqueduct is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Morin. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Ruins of an Aqueduct is a print created by Jean Morin in 1625, combining engraving and etching techniques on a copper plate.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the remains of an ancient stone aqueduct, half-collapsed and overgrown with brambles, set against a cloudy sky. The detailed rendering conveys a sense of decay and neglect.
Technique & Style
Morin employed a mixed technique, using engraving to create lines and etching to roughen areas for ink holding, resulting in a graphic style with sharp contrasts.
Context
Morin's work shares a similar dark mood with prints by Rembrandt, suggesting a connection to the artistic tendencies of the early 17th century.
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Artist
Jean Morin (c.1595 or 1605 – 1650) was a French baroque painter, printmaker, painter, etcher, engraver and publisher.
