Who painted Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head?

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head was painted by Giuseppe Maria Crespi in 1712.

Where can I see Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head?

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head?

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head?

Museum-quality prints of Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head

Giuseppe Maria Crespi , 1712

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head is an ink print by the Baroque artist Giuseppe Maria Crespi. It dates from 1712 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head is an etching on laid paper created by Giuseppe Maria Crespi, a Bolognese painter, around 1712.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a man balancing a sieve on his head, holding a basket, and walking along a path. The image is accompanied by Italian text that humorously comments on the man's absurd task. The subject is drawn from popular storytelling traditions.

Technique & Style

Crespi's etching technique achieves sharp, detailed lines. The background features wavy lines, suggesting movement or wind. The overall style is characteristic of Crespi's later work, which included genre scenes alongside other subjects.

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Artist

Giuseppe Maria Crespi

Giuseppe Maria Crespi (14 March 1665 – 16 July 1747), nicknamed Lo Spagnuolo ('The Spaniard'), was an Italian late Baroque painter of the Bolognese School.