Who painted Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat?

Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat was painted by Carlo Marchionni.

Where can I see Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat?

Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat?

Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat?

Museum-quality prints of Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat

Carlo Marchionni

Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Carlo Marchionni. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:on the mount, upper right in graphite: 98

About this work

Overview

Caricature of a Peasant with a Broad Hat is a drawing created by Carlo Marchionni around 1760 using pen and brown ink with gray and brown washes on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a peasant with outstretched arms, wearing a large hat and loose clothing, captured in a moment of animated expression, possibly laughing or gesturing.

Technique & Style

Executed in quick, sketchy lines with ink and subtle shading, the drawing conveys a sense of energy and movement, with the hat and sleeves appearing to be in motion.