Urania
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
1465
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
1465
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Urania is a 1465 ink by Master of the E-Series Tarocchi, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a woman surrounded by symbols and objects. She's holding a globe and has a stern expression. The details in this work are interesting because they show the artist's skill with small symbols and intricate designs, which were likely added by hand after the initial engraving process. The woman is dressed in old-fashioned clothes and has a book at her feet. This adds to the sense of her being a figure of learning or wisdom. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of engraving.
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi (b. 1400) was an Italian artist.
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