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Guiseppe Bossi Jupiter's Grotto Pen and Wash 14 x 20 cm

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Guiseppe Bossi Jupiter's Grotto Pen and Wash 14 x 20 cm Dimensions: With Frame: 28 x 34.5 cm Without Frame: 14 x 19.5 cm Guiseppe Bossi Bio Italian painter, fresco-painter, collector of drawings and books, and writer. Studied at the Accademia di Brera in Milan and the Accademia di Domenico Con in Rome. On his return to Milan in 1801 he became secretary to the Accademia di Brera, a post he held until 1807. During this period he devoted all his efforts to the restructuring of the Brera, providing it with new statutes and a major library and also founding the adjoining art gallery. This exquisite pen and wash drawing by Italian artist Giuseppe Bossi (1777–1815), titled Jupiter’s Grotto, showcases his mastery in composition and technique. Bossi was a renowned painter, fresco artist, and collector, best known for his contributions to the Accademia di Brera in Milan. Artwork Details: Medium: Pen and wash on paper Artwork Dimensions: 14 x 19.5 cm (without frame), 14 x 20 cm (listed size) Framed Dimensions: 28 x 34.5 cm Condition: Well-preserved with fine detailing and rich tonal contrast
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1801
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5803244296072

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