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Officer encamped beside a cannon, 1752-1753, (1928). Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
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Officer encamped beside a cannon, 1752-1753, (1928). Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Officer encamped beside a cannon, 1752-1753, (1928). Chalk on paper. Study for the ceiling frescoes of the staircase-hall in the Wü rzburg Residence, Germany. At one time known to have been in the collection of Dr Hans Wendland, Lugano, Switzerland. Italian Venetian painter and printmaker Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (1696-1770), worked not only in Italy, but also in Germany and Spain. He was commissioned to carry out frescoes in churches and palaces, and was elected President of the Academy of Padua. As well as his large-scale majestic works, he also produced etchings and oil paintings, and is widely regarded as one of the most important artists of the period. Illustration from The Drawings of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Volume II, by Detlev Baron Von Hadeln. [The Pegasus Press, Paris, 1928]
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This print, titled "Officer encamped beside a cannon, 1752-1753" showcases the incredible talent of Italian Venetian painter and printmaker Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. Created in 1928 as a chalk on paper study for the ceiling frescoes of the staircase-hall in the Würzburg Residence, Germany, this artwork offers a glimpse into Tiepolo's meticulous artistic process. The officer depicted in this composition exudes strength and authority as he stands confidently beside a cannon. With precise lines and shading, Tiepolo captures every detail of his subject's uniform and facial expression. The monochrome palette adds an air of timelessness to the scene, allowing viewers to transport themselves back to the 18th century. Tiepolo was renowned for his grand-scale frescoes adorning churches and palaces across Europe. His mastery extended beyond painting; he also excelled in etchings and oil paintings. As one of the most significant artists of his time, Tiepolo's works continue to inspire awe with their beauty and technical skill. This particular print was once part of Dr Hans Wendland's collection in Lugano, Switzerland before finding its way into The Drawings of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo Volume II by Detlev Baron Von Hadeln. It serves as a testament not only to Tiepolo's genius but also to the enduring legacy that art leaves behind throughout history.
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