The Piazza, Siena
1631
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1631
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a detailed etching of Siena’s main square in 1631. The buildings look sharp and precise, like a photo. People walk around shops and chat in small groups. The artist carved this scene onto a metal plate, then inked it to print. Etching lets artists make many copies with fine lines. This one shows everyday life in an Italian town. The light feels warm, like late afternoon. Check out another etching by Capitelli, Bernardino next.
