Artwork
The Ascension of the Virgin
The Ascension of the Virgin is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Johann Gottlieb Prestel. It dates from 1776 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Ascension of the Virgin is a print created by Johann Gottlieb Prestel in 1776 using etching and aquatint techniques. It is currently held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Virgin's ascension, surrounded by angels and onlookers, set against a backdrop of buildings and classical columns. The scene conveys a sense of miraculous event, with the figures rendered in various states of reverence and awe.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a three-dimensional effect through shading, utilizing the etching and aquatint techniques to create rich details and textures in brown tones on laid paper. The combination of dynamic movement and stillness contributes to a balanced composition.
Artist & collection
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