Artwork
The Flutist
The Flutist is an ink print by the Baroque artist Crescenzio Onofri. It dates from 1696 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:across top in plate: VARIJ PROSPECTVS SYLVESTRES IN OPPIDO SANCTI VITI, ... Rubeis bumillime dicut; lower right in plate: Romae ex officina ... An.1696.; later hand lower right verso in graph
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Overview
The Flutist is an etching created by Crescenzio Onofri in 1696.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene landscape with a flute player seated in the foreground, surrounded by trees and distant buildings. Workers are visible in the fields, contributing to the tranquil atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Onofri's use of etching techniques captures a warm and inviting scene, drawing the viewer into the peaceful environment.
Context
The Flutist is associated with the Baroque movement, a style characterized by dramatic and evocative works.
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