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Monastic Cell of the Blessed John of La Verna (Cella del beato Giovanni della Verna) [plate T]

Jacopo Ligozzi

1612

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Monastic Cell of the Blessed John of La Verna (Cella del beato Giovanni della Verna) [plate T] 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

The image depicts a small stone building nestled among trees and rocks. The building features a single door and a window, with a tree growing close by. The scene is rendered in black and white, with varying shades of gray used to create depth and texture. In the foreground, the tree's branches stretch out towards the viewer, while the rocks and trees in the background create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The overall effect is one of serenity and contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about the artistic style that created this serene scene, you might want to explore 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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