Who painted Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria?

Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria was painted by Antonio Tempesta in 1612.

Where can I see Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria?

Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria?

Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria

Antonio Tempesta , 1612

Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria is an ink print by the Baroque artist Antonio Tempesta. It dates from 1612 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

This etching shows Margaret of Austria riding a white horse. She’s dressed in fancy armor, and people cheer behind her. The crowd holds flags and banners in bright colors.

It’s based on a real event from 1599. Margaret didn’t actually enter on horseback—this is a dramatic twist by the artist. The etching style makes shadows look deep and sharp.

This looks like work by Antonio Tempesta.

Overview

Triumphal Entry of Margaret of Austria is a 1612 etching on laid paper, restrike, by Antonio Tempesta, depicting a ceremonial procession based on a 1599 event.

Subject & Meaning

The etching shows Margaret of Austria on a white horse, clad in ornate armor, amidst a cheering crowd with colorful flags and banners. Notably, the horseback entry is an artistic invention, diverging from historical records.

Technique & Style

The etching exhibits deep, sharp shadows, characteristic of Tempesta's style, blending Baroque and Flemish artistic influences.

History & Provenance

Created in 1612 by Antonio Tempesta (il Tempestino), an Italian painter and engraver known for historical and martial themes. The work is a restrike, indicating it was printed from the original plate at a later time.

Context

Part of Tempesta's broader oeuvre focusing on grand narrative scenes, battles, and notable figures, reflecting his practice at the intersection of Baroque Rome and Flemish traditions.

Artist & collection

Artist

Antonio Tempesta

Antonio Tempesta, also called il Tempestino (1555 – 5 August 1630), was an Italian painter and engraver, whose art acted as a point of connection between Baroque Rome and the culture of Antwerp.