Spring was painted by Joseph Sebastian Klauber in 1701.

Where can I see Spring?

Spring is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Spring?

Spring is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Spring?

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

Artwork

Spring

Joseph Sebastian Klauber , 1701

Spring is an ink print by the Baroque artist Joseph Sebastian Klauber. It dates from 1701 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across top margin in plate: VER tu plasmasti. Psal. 73.v.17.; lower left in plate [by watering can]: I.W. Baumgartner del.; lower left in plae: C.P.S.C.M.; along bottom margin in plate: Existimans , quia hortulanus esset, dicit ei: Domine, si tu sustulisti eum, dictio mihi, ubi posuisti eum, et ego eum tollam. Ioan. 20.v.15.; lower right in plate: Klauber Cath. Sc. et exc. Aug. Vind.

About this work

Overview

Spring is a print created by Joseph Sebastian Klauber in 1701, combining etching, engraving, and hand-coloring on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a vibrant garden scene with ornate stone features and numerous figures, including a kneeling male figure beside a woman in red, workers tending to the garden, and cherubs in the sky. A dramatic tree frames the composition on the right.

Technique & Style

The use of etching and engraving allows for intricate details, while hand-coloring adds depth and visual interest. The contrast between light and dark areas creates a sense of drama and highlights the various elements within the scene.

Context

The crowded and dreamlike quality of the print, with its tiny figures and swirling clouds, suggests a theatrical or staged setting.