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Landscape with Roger Liberating Angelica
Landscape with Roger Liberating Angelica is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Cornelis Cort. It dates from 1565 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:in plate at bottom left: Cun Privilegio; in plate at bottom center: 1565; in plate at bottom right: Titianus; verso, in later hand, in brown ink: P. Mariette, 1668; verso, by later hand, in brown ink: J. Mariette 1728 filius[?] P.; verso, by later hand, in graphite: C. de Cort
About this work
Overview
Created in 1565 by Cornelis Cort, 'Landscape with Roger Liberating Angelica' is an engraving on laid paper that exemplifies the artist's technical skill and engagement with Italian art.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a narrative scene, likely drawn from literary or mythological sources, featuring a reclining nude woman amidst a detailed landscape with buildings, a river, and swirling clouds.
Technique & Style
Cort's use of lines creates depth and texture, rendering the scene almost three-dimensional. The engraving showcases his detailed technique, with intricate details in the trees and rocks.
History & Provenance
Cornelis Cort, a Dutch engraver and draughtsman, spent his later years in Italy, where he was known as Cornelio Fiammingo. This work was produced during his time in the mid-16th century.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Cornelis Cort (c. 1533 – c. 17 March 1578) was a Dutch engraver and draughtsman. He spent the last 12 years of his life in Italy, where he was known as Cornelio Fiammingo.
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