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Martius (March)

Ludovico Mattioli

1601

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Martius (March) is a 1601 ink by Ludovico Mattioli, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Ludovico Mattioli
When & what style?: 1601 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a quiet river scene with a small boat carrying two people near the shore. On the bank, a few figures stand or walk, while a leafless tree juts from the right side. In the distance, a town sits on a hillside, with buildings and a church spire visible. The artist used fine lines to show texture—like the rough bark of the tree or the ripples in the water. The name "Martius" (March) hints at a seasonal setting. Look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.