Vallende man wordt opgevangen door engel met scapulier 1742 - 1746

This etching, created by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo between 1742 and 1746, depicts a dramatic scene of a man falling from a great height, being caught by an angel with outstretched wings. The detailed lines of the etching, which depict the dynamic movement of the figures, highlight the artist's mastery of the technique. The use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts of light and dark, adds to the sense of urgency and drama. This work demonstrates the influence of Tiepolo's father, Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, a renowned artist of the Venetian Baroque period, and showcases the younger Tiepolo's skill in capturing a sense of movement and emotion.