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Musicians, n.d. Creator: Donato Creti
Musicians, n.d
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Barbieri Giovanni Francesco Creti Donato Cretti Donato Donato Creti Donato Cretti Giovanni Francesco Barbieri Giovanni Guercino Guercino Guercino Il Il Guercino Musicians Niccolo Dell Guercino Wash Laid Paper Pen And Ink Drawing
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Musicians" is a captivating and enigmatic artwork by the renowned Italian Baroque artist Donato Creti, also known as Donato Creti da Modena or Donato Creti del Fonte. The exact date of this masterpiece is uncertain, with some art historians attributing it to the 17th century, while others believe it to be from the early 18th century. The painting, which is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a group of musicians engaged in their art. The composition is intricately detailed, with each figure expertly rendered in charcoal and chalk on laid paper. The musicians, dressed in the fashion of the time, are shown in various stages of performance. One figure plays a lute, another strums a viola da gamba, and a third beats a tambourine. A female musician, perhaps a singer, is depicted in the foreground, her expressive face and outstretched hand adding to the emotional intensity of the scene. The painting is a testament to Creti's mastery of the medium of drawing. The use of grey tones and the subtle contrasts between light and shadow create a sense of depth and texture. The figures are drawn with a remarkable sense of realism, yet they possess a certain otherworldly quality that adds to their mystique. Creti was influenced by the works of other great Baroque artists, including Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, known as Guercino, whose influence is evident in the use of chiaroscuro and the dramatic lighting in "Musicians." The painting is a valuable addition to the heritage of Italian art and a testament to the rich cultural history of Italy. It continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty and the universal appeal of music. Whether viewed as a historical document, a work of art, or a cultural artifact, "Musicians" by Donato Creti is a treasure to be cherished and appreciated for generations to come.
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