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Recto: Two Figures of Aphrodite. Verso: Male Figure in Action, WA1846
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Recto: Two Figures of Aphrodite. Verso: Male Figure in Action, WA1846
3959904 Recto: Two Figures of Aphrodite. Verso: Male Figure in Action, WA1846.261 (pen & brown ink on buff paper, red chalk) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Parker II (1956) 626; Macandrew (1980) App.2.626); eAshmolean Museum; Italian, out of copyright
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This print showcases the artistic genius of Raphael, one of the most renowned painters of the Renaissance era. Titled "Recto: Two Figures of Aphrodite. Verso: Male Figure in Action" this exquisite artwork is housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. On the recto side, we are presented with two graceful and ethereal figures of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. Raphael's masterful pen strokes on buff paper bring these divine beings to life, capturing their elegance and allure. Flipping over to the verso side reveals a dynamic male figure caught in action. With brown ink and red chalk as his tools, Raphael expertly portrays movement and energy through his sketching techniques. The intensity emanating from this drawing leaves viewers captivated by its raw power. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to Raphael's exceptional talent for both figurative studies and sketches. It offers us a glimpse into his creative process and allows us to appreciate his meticulous attention to detail. As an old master artwork preserved within the Ashmolean Museum's collection, this print holds immense historical significance. Its presence reminds us of Raphael's enduring legacy as one of history's greatest artists while inspiring future generations with its timeless beauty.
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