1767
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Pietro Berrettini da Cortona is a 1767 ink by Francesco Bartolozzi, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a man holding a mirror, with an angel behind him and a person lying at his feet. The man is dressed in a robe and has his right leg raised, while the angel has large wings and is looking at the man. The person at his feet appears to be sleeping or dead. In the background, there are trees and a building, which suggests a natural setting. The overall mood of the painting is one of contemplation and introspection, as the man gazes into the mirror and the angel looks on. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and emotion to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
Francesco Bartolozzi (21 September 1727 – 7 March 1815) was an Italian engraver, whose most productive period was spent in London. He is noted for popularizing the "crayon" method of engraving.
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