Artwork
Elizabeth - Sphaera Civitatis (Globe of Citizens)
Elizabeth - Sphaera Civitatis (Globe of Citizens) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Elizabeth - Sphaera Civitatis is a woodcut print depicting a woman's face atop a series of concentric circles containing Latin inscriptions.
About this work
Overview
Elizabeth - Sphaera Civitatis is a woodcut print depicting a woman's face atop a series of concentric circles containing Latin inscriptions.
Subject & Meaning
The image represents a symbolic figure, possibly a monarch or an allegory for a nation, surrounded by virtues such as strength, wisdom, and loyalty, which are considered essential qualities for a ruler.
Technique & Style
The print is created using the woodcut technique, a method of relief printing where a design is carved into a wooden block, resulting in a distinctive visual style characterized by bold lines and textures.
Artist & collection
Artist
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