Artwork
Cesare Borgia and Machiavelli
Cesare Borgia and Machiavelli is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Federico Faruffini. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in graphite: Cesare Borgia; lower right in graphite: F Faruffini
About this work
Overview
Cesare Borgia and Machiavelli is an etching on wove paper created by Federico Faruffini in 1866.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a dimly lit interior scene featuring two seated men: Cesare Borgia, holding a sword, and Niccolò Machiavelli. The men's interaction is set against a backdrop of a large window, tiled floor, and draped curtain.
Technique & Style
Faruffini's work is characterized by a realistic style, with detailed renderings of textures and fabric folds. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's attention to the interplay between light and shadow.
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