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Allegory of Winter with Diana the Huntress
Allegory of Winter with Diana the Huntress is an ink print by the Baroque artist Johann Georg Bergmüller. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in image: JB f.; by later hand, upper left verso in graphite: 415; by later hand, lower verso in graphite: Bergmuller; 76
About this work
Overview
Allegory of Winter with Diana the Huntress is an etching created by Johann Georg Bergmüller around 1750. The work is executed on laid paper and represents a winter scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching centers on Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt, surrounded by figures and animals, including dogs and deer, amidst clouds and a sun. The gathering conveys a sense of activity related to hunting, with some figures holding bows and arrows.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its detailed and textured rendering, achieved through the etching technique, where a sharp tool is used to scratch designs onto a metal plate. The style is reminiscent of the Baroque period, marked by elaborate and dynamic compositions.
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