Who painted Mascarade à la Grecque?

Mascarade à la Grecque was painted by Benigno Bossi in 1771.

Where can I see Mascarade à la Grecque?

Mascarade à la Grecque is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Mascarade à la Grecque?

Mascarade à la Grecque is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Mascarade à la Grecque?

Museum-quality prints of Mascarade à la Grecque are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Mascarade à la Grecque

Benigno Bossi , 1771

Mascarade à la Grecque is a print by the Romanticist artist Benigno Bossi. It dates from 1771 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2014.6
Credit line: Gift of the Print Club of Cleveland in memory of Louise S. Richards

About this work

Overview

Mascarade à la Grecque is a print by Benigno Bossi, dated 1771, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Technique & Style

The work's rough, textured surface and faded appearance suggest a loose, expressive style. The surface shows signs of wear, with small marks and frayed edges, giving it a worn look.

Subject & Meaning

The title Mascarade à la Grecque implies a connection to Greek themes or masquerade, possibly indicating it was part of a larger work or an experimental piece.

Context

Created in 1771, Mascarade à la Grecque reflects the artistic experimentation of its time, foreshadowing later artistic movements such as Romanticism.