Who painted Title Page?

Title Page was painted by Wenceslaus Hollar in 1646.

Where can I see Title Page?

Title Page is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Title Page?

Title Page is associated with Baroque.

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Museum-quality prints of Title Page are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Title Page

Wenceslaus Hollar , 1646

Title Page is an ink print by the Baroque artist Wenceslaus Hollar. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:in plate, on cartouche at center: Muscarum Scarabe= / orum, Vermiumque Varie Figure & / Formae, omnes primo ad vivum colo= / ribus depictae & ex Collectione Arun= / delian a Weceslao Hollar aquaforta aeri / insculptae, Atuerpiae, Anno, 1646. (Varied figures and shapes of flies, beetles and worms, all for the first time depicted from the life with their colours and engraved on copper with acid by Wenceslas Hollar from the Arundeliana collection at Antwerp in the year 1646); in plate, at bottom of cartouche: WHollar fecit 1646.; verso, lower left, in graphite, by a later hand: P. 2164; verso, lower right, in graphite, by a later hand: 637

About this work

Overview

Title Page is an etching on laid paper created by Wenceslaus Hollar in 1646. The work showcases Hollar's skill in printmaking through its intricate details and delicate lines.

Subject & Meaning

The etching features a central round shape surrounded by a decorative border, with flowers, insects, and swirling vines framing the edges. The Latin text at the top likely serves as a title or description, adding to the work's meaning.

Technique & Style

Hollar employed the etching technique, using acid to carve images into metal. The resulting print is characterized by fine lines and delicate shapes, demonstrating the artist's attention to detail.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Wenceslaus Hollar

Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.