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The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl, by Miguel de Sorellò, ink, 1744
The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl, by Miguel de Sorellò, ink, 1744

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl is an ink print by the Baroque artist Miguel de Sorellò. It dates from 1744 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:across bottom in plate: Prospettiva della seconda Macchina rappresentante Enea, che spinto da varj impulsi, e precisamente dalle frequenti imaginazioni de Sogni, nè quali se gli offeri= / va in visione Anchise suo Padre, và a Cuma a consultare la Sibilla, da cui vien condotto, dopo superati molti orridi aspetti a i Campi Elisi, ove incontratosi / con Anchise il Pre; questi gli fà vedere nominatam.te per lunga serie ad un.o ad uno tutti gli Eroi Nipoti, che hanno dà venire dal suo Sangue, e Discendenza, ... per la presentazione della Chinea, e Censo alla Santità di BENEDETTO PAPA XIV. l'anno 1744. / Francesco Preziado Spagnolo inv. e dis. / Alfiere Giuseppe Sicili Capo Fuocar. di C.S.A.lo / Michele Sorellò inc. in Roma con lic. de Sup.

About this work

Overview

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl is a print created by Miguel de Sorellò in 1744 using etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.

Technique & Style

The print showcases intricate details, such as textures and facial expressions, achieved through the use of etching and engraving. The resulting black and white scene is characterized by depth and nuance.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a scene with multiple figures, animals, and trees, with two central figures standing out. The scene is likely related to the story of Aeneas and the Cumaean Sibyl, as suggested by the title.

Context

The print is associated with the Baroque movement, known for its dramatic and emotionally charged works.

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Artist & collection

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl?

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl was painted by Miguel de Sorellò in 1744.

Where can I see The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl?

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl?

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl is associated with Baroque.

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Museum-quality prints of The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1744: Aeneas and Cumaean Sibyl are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.