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Margaret of Austria Receiving the Homage of Cardinals and Prelates, by Raffaello Schiaminossi, ink, 1612

Margaret of Austria Receiving the Homage of Cardinals and Prelates

Raffaello Schiaminossi

1612

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Margaret of Austria Receiving the Homage of Cardinals and Prelates is a 1612 ink by Raffaello Schiaminossi, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Raffaello Schiaminossi
When & what style?
1612 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a formal scene with Margaret of Austria at its center. She stands on a raised platform, wearing a long dress and a head covering. To her right, a man in a hat and short cloak looks on. In front of her, a group of men in long robes kneel or stand, some with their heads bowed. The background features a wall with vertical lines, possibly a curtain. A notable detail is the contrast between Margaret's elevated position and the men's submissive postures, highlighting her importance. The etching's use of lines and shading creates a sense of depth and texture. For more on the Baroque movement, explore its characteristic dramatic lighting and intense emotions.

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