Who painted Plate 71: Empty Oval?

Plate 71: Empty Oval was painted by Joris Hoefnagel in 1594.

Where can I see Plate 71: Empty Oval?

Plate 71: Empty Oval is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Plate 71: Empty Oval?

Plate 71: Empty Oval is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Plate 71: Empty Oval?

Museum-quality prints of Plate 71: Empty Oval are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Plate 71: Empty Oval

Joris Hoefnagel , 1594

Plate 71: Empty Oval is a watercolor drawing by the Renaissance artist Joris Hoefnagel. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:center right in brown ink: LXXI.

About this work

Overview

Plate 71: Empty Oval is a drawing created by Joris Hoefnagel around 1594, featuring a blank oval shape outlined in gold on a beige parchment background.

Subject & Meaning

The empty oval is likely part of a larger series of naturalistic or decorative studies, with each oval intended to contain a different image, suggesting a broader exploration of natural history or still-life themes.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor and gold paint, the work showcases Hoefnagel's characteristic blend of detailed observation and ornate design, reflecting his background in manuscript illumination and contribution to the development of topographical drawing.

Context

As a Flemish painter and miniaturist, Hoefnagel's practice was influential in the emergence of floral still-life painting in northern Europe during the late 16th century.