Artwork
Victor Amedeo I, Duke of Savoy
Victor Amedeo I, Duke of Savoy is an ink print by the Baroque artist Pierre-Jean Mariette. It dates from 1734 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Victor Amedeo I, Duke of Savoy is a print portrait created through the medium of engraving.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man, identified by the inscription as Victor Amedeo, Duke of Savoy and Prince of Piedmont, wearing armor and formal attire, suggesting his military and noble status.
Technique & Style
The engraving features intricate details achieved through cross-hatching, a technique involving layered lines to create texture and shading, evident in the subject's clothing and the ornate border.
History & Provenance
The engraving was created by Pierre-Jean Mariette in 1734.
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