Frontispiece with oval portrait of Raphael, with three allegorical figures of the Arts supporting the tablet at center 1675
pietroaquila
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, engraving
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portrait
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drawing
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allegory
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baroque
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pen drawing
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history-painting
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academic-art
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engraving
Pietro Aquila's 1675 etching, "Frontispiece with oval portrait of Raphael, with three allegorical figures of the Arts supporting the tablet at center," is a complex and detailed work celebrating the legacy of the Renaissance artist Raphael. It features an oval portrait of Raphael surrounded by three allegorical figures representing the Arts. The central tablet bears a dedication to Raphael and a description of his artistic achievements. The figures of the Arts, with their tools and attributes, contribute to the visual richness and symbolic meaning of the piece. This engraving is a testament to the admiration for Raphael and his lasting influence on art.
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