Who painted Resurrection of Christ?

Resurrection of Christ was painted by Francesco Bartolozzi in 1795.

Where can I see Resurrection of Christ?

Resurrection of Christ is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Resurrection of Christ?

Resurrection of Christ is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Resurrection of Christ?

Museum-quality prints of Resurrection of Christ are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Resurrection of Christ

Francesco Bartolozzi , 1795

Resurrection of Christ is a crayon print by the Romanticist artist Francesco Bartolozzi. It dates from 1795 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: M. Angelo inv; lower right in plate: F. Bartolozzi fecit; by later hand, lower left in graphite: 67-141

About this work

Overview

This print, created in 1795 by Italian engraver Francesco Bartolozzi, is an example of a religious work produced using the crayon manner technique on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The composition depicts the Resurrection of Christ, a significant biblical event, showing a muscular figure in motion, stepping forward with one foot on a low platform, symbolizing the moment of Christ's resurrection.

Technique & Style

The crayon manner technique, which Bartolozzi refined, involves engraving to achieve soft, tonal effects reminiscent of chalk or pastel. The print features smooth, detailed lines and shading that creates a three-dimensional appearance, utilizing chiaroscuro to add depth to the figure and fabric.

History & Provenance

Bartolozzi spent a significant part of his career in London, where he likely produced this work in 1795, a time when this style of drawing was particularly popular.

Figure from The Last Judgment, Francesco Bartolozzi

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Artist

Francesco Bartolozzi

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.