Artwork
'Giovanni Coralli'
'Giovanni Coralli' is a print by Francisco Scotto. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is a portrait of Giovanni Coralli, a figure associated with ballet.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Giovanni Coralli, a figure associated with ballet. It is a black-and-white stipple engraving, presented in an oval frame with an identifying inscription below.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted in early 19th-century attire, wearing a cravat, high collar, and coat with revers. The inscription identifies him as a principal dancer at the Royal Teatro alla Scala, indicating his profession and significance in the ballet world.
Technique & Style
The print is a stipple engraving, a technique that creates images using small dots. The artist, Luigi Rados, worked from a original by Francisco Scotto, capturing Coralli's likeness in a formal, detailed manner.
History & Provenance
The print was acquired by the museum through the Cyril Beaumont Bequest, indicating its previous ownership and the collector's interest in dance history.
Artist & collection
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