Artwork
The Last Judgment
The Last Judgment is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Giovanni Battista della Rovere. It dates from 1596 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:in later hand, across bottom on mount: dal Fontana [Prospero] Master to Ludov. Carrache; lower center verso in brown ink: Last Judgment
About this work
Overview
The Last Judgment is a drawing created by Giovanni Battista della Rovere in 1596 using pen and brown ink with brown wash over graphite.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a tumultuous scene of figures emerging from the ground, conveying a sense of chaos and urgency. The figures are intertwined, with some standing upright while others cling to each other or stretch upwards, suggesting a dramatic and emotionally charged moment.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a range of techniques, including quick, overlapping strokes and layered ink, to create a dense, dynamic composition. The use of cross-hatching adds depth to the drawing, while the scratchy, textured quality of the ink contributes to the overall sense of energy and turmoil.
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