Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Carl Schütz. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
Inscription
Inscribed:lower left in plate: C.S.; lower center in image: A.ET P... / I: ET I: / D: C: S: A
About this work
Overview
Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture is an etching on laid paper created by Carl Schütz in 1775.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a fantastical, dreamlike scene featuring broken architectural elements and sculptures, with a giant hand holding a sign bearing cryptic letters. The composition blends ancient and imaginary elements, evoking a sense of mystery.
Technique & Style
Schütz employed etching to achieve precise, shadowy lines, incorporating intricate details such as patterns on the hand's sleeve and a distant cityscape. The technique allowed for a high level of texture and depth in the image.
Who painted Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture?
Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture was painted by Carl Schütz in 1775.
Where can I see Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture?
Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture is held by National Gallery of Art.
What movement is Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture?
Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture is associated with Romanticism.
Can I buy a print of Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture?
Museum-quality prints of Fantasy of an Antique Tomb with Fragments of Architecture and Sculpture are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.
