1591 1666 Collection

Venus and Cupid in a Chariot, 1615-1617. Creator: Guercino (Italian, 1591-1666)
Venus and Cupid in a Chariot, 1615-1617. This preparatory drawing is a study for one of Guercinos earliest major projects, the painted decoration at the Casa Pannini in his native town of Cento

St. John the Baptist, 1650s. Creator: Guercino (Italian, 1591-1666)
St. John the Baptist, 1650s

Rest on the Flight into Egypt, 1624. Creator: Guercino (Italian, 1591-1666)
Rest on the Flight into Egypt, 1624

Landscape with Small Group of Buildings, second half 1700s. Creator: Guercino (Italian
Landscape with Small Group of Buildings, second half 1700s

Landscape with a Man Leaning on a Bale, c. 1640. Creator: Guercino (Italian, 1591-1666)
Landscape with a Man Leaning on a Bale, c. 1640. The tradition of landscape as an independent subject in Italian art stretches back to the 1500s and was flourishing in the 1600s

Venus Cupid Chariot 1615-1617 Guercino Italian
Venus and Cupid in a Chariot, 1615-1617. Guercino (Italian, 1591-1666). Pen and brown ink and brush and brown wash over red chalk; sheet: 25.5 x 39.4 cm (10 1/16 x 15 1/2 in.)

Rest Flight Egypt 1624 Guercino Italian 1591-1666
Rest on the Flight into Egypt, 1624. Guercino (Italian, 1591-1666). Oil on canvas; framed: 95.9 x 96.6 x 10.8 cm (37 3/4 x 38 1/16 x 4 1/4 in.); diameter: 68.5 cm (26 15/16 in.)

Waist-Length Portrait Man Wearing Order Golden Fleece
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Virgin Teaching St John 1766 Etching Sheet 10 x 12 1 / 16
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Woman Soaking Cloth Bowl Held Girl copy Guercino
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Saint Angel Putto n. d Pen brown ink brush dark brown
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Vocation Saint Aloysius Luigi Gonzaga ca 1650
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Holy Family Christ Child reaching plate fruit held
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Seated Nude Young Man Nearly Frontal View ca
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Falconer Profile Right ca 1640 Pen brown ink
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Louis-Charles Gautier-Dagoty (aka Louis Gautier-d Agoty, French, 1746-after 1787) after Guercino (aka Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, Italian, 1591-1666). Return of the Prodigal Son, ca. 1775-1776

After Guercino (aka Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (Italian, 1591 - 1666). Saint Anthony of Padua, 17th century. Etching. Second state

Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guerincino (1591-1666) Italian Baroque painter. Landscape with wind-blown trees and family walking into the distance. Drawing in pen and brown ink and wash

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"Exploring the Artistic Legacy of Guercino (1591-1666)" Step into the captivating world of Italian artist Guercino, whose masterpieces continue to mesmerize art enthusiasts today. Known for his exceptional talent and versatility, Guercino's works span a wide range of subjects and styles. One such masterpiece is "Venus and Cupid in a Chariot" (1615-1617), where the artist skillfully captures the beauty and enchantment of this mythological scene. The delicate strokes bring Venus and Cupid to life as they gracefully glide through the heavens. In another stunning piece, "St. John the Baptist" (1650s), Guercino portrays this revered biblical figure with remarkable depth and emotion. Through careful brushwork, he conveys St. John's spiritual intensity, making it an unforgettable portrayal. Guercino's genius extends beyond religious themes as seen in "Rest on the Flight into Egypt" (1624). This painting depicts Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus seeking refuge during their journey. With its serene atmosphere and meticulous attention to detail, it transports viewers back in time. The artist also showcases his mastery in landscape paintings like "Landscape with Small Group of Buildings. " Created in the second half of 1700s but still attributed to Guercino himself; this artwork immerses us in a peaceful countryside setting that exudes tranquility. Another notable landscape piece is "Landscape with a Man Leaning on a Bale" (c. 1640). Here we see nature harmoniously blending with human presence—a testament to Guercino's ability to capture both grandeur and intimacy within his compositions. From mythology to religion, landscapes to portraits—Guercino effortlessly navigates various genres while leaving an indelible mark on each one. His waist-length portrait titled "Man Wearing Order Golden Fleece" exemplifies his talent in capturing the essence and character of his subjects.