Who painted Neptune and Amphitrite?

Neptune and Amphitrite was painted by Hendrick Goltzius in 1594.

Where can I see Neptune and Amphitrite?

Neptune and Amphitrite is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Neptune and Amphitrite?

Neptune and Amphitrite is associated with Renaissance.

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Artwork

Neptune and Amphitrite

Hendrick Goltzius , 1594

Neptune and Amphitrite is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hendrick Goltzius. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:in image, at bottom left: 2 / HG; below image, at bottom: Glauca Amphitrite dum, Caeruleo Ennosigaeo / Basia molitur tencrisqué aduoluitur vluis / Aeoliae cedunt sale subsidiente procellae, / Sedatiqué errant tranquilla per aequora fluctus / F. Estius.
Markings: Marked:verso, bottom right, stamped in black ink: Alessandro Castagnari (Lugt 86a); bottom center, stamped in black ink: Ruth Cole Kainen (Lugt 4740)

About this work

Overview

Neptune and Amphitrite is a 1594 engraving on paper by Hendrick Goltzius, a prominent Dutch printmaker and draftsman of the early Baroque/Northern Mannerism period.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving portrays the Roman god Neptune, identifiable by his spear, in dynamic interaction with his consort Amphitrite, conveying mythological themes in a characteristic exuberant manner.

Technique & Style

Goltzius employed cross-hatching, a technique of layered, repeated lines, to achieve deep shadows and solid forms, hallmarking his refined engraving skills and dynamic composition style.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1594, the work predates Goltzius's later transition to painting in mid-life, exemplifying his early mastery of engraving.

Context

As a leading figure in Northern Mannerism, Goltzius's work, including Neptune and Amphitrite, reflects the period's emphasis on expressive and intricate artistic expressions.

Legacy

This engraving contributes to Goltzius's legacy as a pivotal printmaker of his era, influencing subsequent generations with his technical prowess and compositional flair.

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Artist

Hendrick Goltzius

Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.