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Giovanni Volpato"Enfans Antiques au Capitol." (Putti with Wigs/Masks)1786
1786
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Giovanni Volpato (1738-1803)
Raffaelle Morghen (1758-1833)
Principi del Disegno
Roma, 1786
Engravings
Woven Paper
16.25” x 21.75 Unframed”
The principles of design have been interpreted throughout the centuries. This eighteenth century Italian work combines the skills of two magnificent artists: one a classically trained engraver; the other his teacher.
Volpato was taught by the famed Bartolozzi whose predictions of greatness for him happily were realized. A noted sculptor and engraver, Volpato originally worked in Venice where he created engravings of noted paintings. In 1772 he moved to Rome to open a porcelain factory which reproduced classical Roman models. His fortuitous move brought him the recognition of Pop Pius VI who allowed him to reproduce sculptures from the Vatican in porcelain. These Greco-Roman reproductions of the great sculptures helped satisfy the thirst for great art. Thus, Volpato became a major influence in the Neoclassical movement.
Volpato’s best student, Raffaelle Morghen, soon became his son-in-law. Named by his father with respect for the great painter, Raffaelle’s skills surpassed those of his mentor. He assisted Volpato in creating the engravings of the famous paintings by his namesake, Raphael, in Vatican City. Based on Pope Leo X’s gallery, Loggia di Rafaele remains one of the most sought after examples of architectural studies including arches, ceilings, pilaster columns, and doors. He was later invited to Florence to engrave the masterpieces of the Florentine Gallery. The Institute of France, recognizing his fame throughout Europe, elected him an associate in 1803, the year of Volpato’s death.
- Creator:Giovanni Volpato (1753 - 1803, Italian)
- Creation Year:1786
- Dimensions:Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
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- Condition:Clear, crisp image. Full margins.
- Gallery Location:Florham Park, NJ
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