Christus, Maria, Johannes de Doper en de apostelen
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
62; 106
About this artwork
gravure
Art Historical Context
**Christus, Maria, Johannes Doper en de apost** (Christ, Mary, John the Baptist and the Apostles), an exquisite engraving by Agostino Carr from 1583, captures a sacred gathering of central Christian figures in a compact format—measuring just 106mm high by 62mm wide. Created during the late Renaissance in Bologna, this print reflects Carracci's early mastery as a printmaker, before he and his brothers Annibale and Ludovico revolutionized Italian art with their naturalistic approach. Agostino, a pivotal member of the Carracci family, bridged Mannerism and the emerging Baroque style through his ...
About the Artist
Agostino Carracci · 1557–1602
Agostino left his profession as a tailor to become an artist. His earliest works were engravings, which was an extremely profitable practice and he was famed for having attained new heights of perfection. He was also a skilled painter and collaborated with his famous relations on various commisions. Comment on works: Religious; Portraits.