1744
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sofonisba (or Artemisia) is a 1744 ink by Francesco Fontebasso, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a woman, possibly Sofonisba or Artemisia, in a classical setting. She sits on a throne-like chair, surrounded by figures and symbols. The scene is set against a backdrop of columns and a distant landscape. In the foreground, a dog and a small child are present, while a figure in the background appears to be holding a spear or staff. The overall atmosphere of the etching is one of grandeur and drama. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
Francesco Fontebasso (4 October 1707 – 31 May 1769) was an Italian painter of the late-Baroque or Rococo period of Venice.
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