Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
1638
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Joseph Awakened by the Angel is a 1638 ink by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching on laid paper shows a man, Joseph, being awakened by an angel. The angel's hand is on Joseph's shoulder, and Joseph's head is turned toward the angel. The scene is set in a simple, darkened room with a few objects scattered about. The angel's presence is emphasized by the light emanating from its body, which contrasts with the dark surroundings. This visual detail adds a sense of drama and importance to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the Baroque movement, which this etching is a part of, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.
Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (baptized 23 March 1609 – 5 May 1664) was an Italian Baroque painter, printmaker and draftsman, of the Genoese school.
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