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Elderly Man beside a Young Woman who points up to the Sun, mid 18th century, (1928)
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Elderly Man beside a Young Woman who points up to the Sun, mid 18th century, (1928)
Elderly Man beside a Young Woman who points up to the Sun, mid 18th century, (1928). Pen over pencil, wash on paper. At one time known to have been in the collection of Bellingham Smith, London. Italian Venetian painter and printmaker Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (1696-1770), worked not only in Italy, but also in Germany and Spain. He was commissioned to carry out frescoes in churches and palaces, and was elected President of the Academy of Padua. As well as his large-scale majestic works, he also produced etchings and oil paintings, and is widely regarded as one of the most important artists of the period. Illustration from The Drawings of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Volume I, by Detlev Baron Von Hadeln. [The Pegasus Press, Paris, 1928]
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This print captures a poignant moment between an elderly man and a young woman, set against the backdrop of the mid-18th century. The Italian Venetian painter and printmaker Giovanni Battista Tiepolo expertly brings this scene to life through his skillful use of pen over pencil and wash on paper. In this artwork, we see the young woman pointing up towards the sun, her face filled with awe and wonder. Beside her stands an elderly man, his weathered features reflecting wisdom and experience. Their contrasting ages symbolize the passing of time and generations coming together in harmony. Tiepolo's versatility as an artist is evident in this piece as he effortlessly transitions from creating grand frescoes for churches and palaces to producing delicate etchings like this one. His mastery of capturing human emotions shines through in every stroke. The provenance of this artwork adds to its allure, having once been part of Bellingham Smith's esteemed collection in London. It is now featured in "The Drawings of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo". Volume I by Detlev Baron Von Hadeln. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of Tiepolo's artistic brilliance but also his significant contributions to art history during the 18th century. This exquisite print serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most important artists of his time.
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