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Hovering Geniuses, 1752-1753, (1928). Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
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Hovering Geniuses, 1752-1753, (1928). Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Hovering Geniuses and other detail for the Fresco on the Staircase-hall of the Wü rzburg Residence, 1752-1753, (1928). Two hovering geniuses and a group of figures, 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 the Kupferstichkabinett, Stuttgart, Germany. 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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Genius Giambattista Giambattista Tiepolo Giovanni Battista Giovanni Battista Tiepolo Hovering Tiepoli Tiepolo
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The print captures the exquisite artwork titled "Hovering Geniuses" by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. Created between 1752 and 1753, this piece is a study for the ceiling frescoes of the staircase-hall in the Würzburg Residence, Germany. The image showcases two ethereal geniuses suspended in mid-air, surrounded by a group of captivating figures. Tiepolo, an Italian Venetian painter and printmaker, was highly sought after for his talent across Europe. He not only worked extensively in Italy but also left his mark in Germany and Spain. Known for his grand frescoes adorning churches and palaces, Tiepolo's artistic prowess earned him recognition as President of the Academy of Padua. This particular artwork exemplifies Tiepolo's ability to create awe-inspiring compositions that transcend time and space. The delicate chalk strokes on paper bring life to these hovering geniuses, showcasing their gracefulness against a celestial backdrop. The print itself is an illustration from "The Drawings of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo". Volume II by Detlev Baron Von Hadeln published in Paris in 1928. It offers viewers a glimpse into Tiepolo's genius mind and serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most important artists of his era.
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