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Chapel of the Blessed John of La Verna (Cappella del beato Giovanni della Verna) [plate S]

Jacopo Ligozzi

1612

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Chapel of the Blessed John of La Verna (Cappella del beato Giovanni della Verna) [plate S] is a 1612 ink by Jacopo Ligozzi, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacopo Ligozzi
When & what style?: 1612 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a serene scene of a chapel nestled among trees. The chapel's stone walls and arched doorway are visible, with a small window above the door. A cross is carved into the trunk of a tree to the left of the chapel. In the foreground, two figures are depicted: one kneeling and the other standing, both facing the chapel. The overall atmosphere is one of peace and contemplation. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the engraving, with fine lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of shading and volume, adding to the overall effect. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Artist

Jacopo Ligozzi

Jacopo Ligozzi (1547–1627) was an Italian painter, illustrator, designer, and miniaturist. His art can be categorized as late-Renaissance and Mannerist styles.

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