Artwork
Martyrdom of Saint Agatha
Martyrdom of Saint Agatha is an ink print by the Baroque artist Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo. It dates from 1766 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Martyrdom of Saint Agatha is a 1766 etching by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, depicting a dramatic religious scene in black and white.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates the martyrdom of Saint Agatha, conveying intense suffering through the central figure's anguished expression and the presence of a sword-wielding figure, set against a dark, swirling background with a faint, ominous glow.
Technique & Style
Executed using the etching technique, this work showcases detailed lines and textures, characteristic of the medium's capabilities.
History & Provenance
Created by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo in 1766, this etching is part of his output as a printmaker, distinct from the more renowned painterly contributions of his family, including his father Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo (August 30, 1727 – March 3, 1804) was an Italian painter and printmaker in etching. He was the son of artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and elder brother of Lorenzo Baldissera Tiepolo.
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