Artwork
Dedication Plate
Dedication Plate is an ink print by the Baroque artist Theodor Verkruis. It dates from 1710 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Dedication Plate is an etching created by Theodor Verkruis in 1710. The print is a restrike on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a woman holding a shield emblazoned with a lion and a banner reading 'Costantinobili', surrounded by clouds and scrolls. A cherubic figure above her blows a trumpet amidst flames. The scene is symbolic, with the lion and dramatic clouds suggesting a representation beyond a simple portrait, possibly a dedication to a prince.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a three-dimensional effect through fine lines, creating depth in the figures. The etching technique allowed for detailed linework, characteristic of the medium.
Artist & collection
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