Artwork
A Young Man with His Hands Crossed
A Young Man with His Hands Crossed is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Pietro Scattaglia. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in plate: Io. Bapta Piazzetta del.; lower right in plate: Venetus C.P.E.S Calc Magna; lower center in plate: Excellmo. Domino / JOANNI CO: MANINI / PATRICIO VENETO; lower left in plate: BNos.
About this work
Overview
A Young Man with His Hands Crossed is a softground etching created by Pietro Scattaglia around 1760.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a contemplative young man with dark hair, wearing a white shirt with a dark collar, his hands crossed as he looks down. The subdued tone and introspective expression evoke a sense of quiet reflection.
Technique & Style
Scattaglia's use of softground etching achieves a nuanced, subtle effect, capturing the young man's calm demeanor and inviting the viewer to consider his thoughts.
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