Artwork
The Dancer Holoke-GO-Zen
The Dancer Holoke-GO-Zen is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Giuseppe De Nittis. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:recto: lower left in plate: De Nittis '73; lower left in red pencil: a M André / De Nittis
- Markings
- Marked:none
About this work
Overview
The Dancer Holoke-GO-Zen is a 1873 print by Giuseppe De Nittis, created using etching, drypoint, and roulette techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated female performer holding a fan, set against a sparse background that hints at a theatrical environment. The subject reflects De Nittis's interest in contemporary Parisian culture.
Technique & Style
De Nittis employed a range of techniques to achieve textured effects, combining scratchy lines and shading to convey the intricate details of the subject's dress and accessories. The varied marks evoke a sense of tactility, as seen in the rendering of the fan and lace.
History & Provenance
Giuseppe De Nittis was a prominent Italian artist of the 19th century, known for merging traditional Salon art with innovative Impressionist approaches.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Giuseppe De Nittis (February 25, 1846 – August 21, 1884) was one of the most important Italian painters of the 19th century, whose work merges the styles of Salon art and Impressionism.
