1597
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Pietà (the "Christ of Caprarola") is a 1597 ink by Annibale Carracci, a Renaissance work, depicting Lamentation of Christ, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows Mary holding Jesus after the cross. Her face is calm but tired. Jesus’ body hangs heavy in her arms. The artist used three print methods in one work: etching, drypoint, and engraving. This lets him mix fine lines with soft shading. Few artists tried this mix back then. Look up Annibale Carracci to see more of his prints.
Annibale Carracci ( kə-RAH-chee, UK also kə-RATCH-ee, Italian: ; November 3, 1560 – July 15, 1609) was an Italian painter and instructor, active in Bologna and later in Rome.
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