Cinco Grabados (Five Prints)
1981
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portfolio
Classification
Portfolio
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Gift of Joshua P. Smith
Accession Number
2004.155.5.1-5
Art Historical Context
**Cinco Grabados (Five)**, created by Miguel Cervantes in 198, is a captivating portfolio housed in the National Gallery of's Department of Modern Prints and Drawings (CG-W). a classification of "Portfolio," this work represents a curated set of five, a format popular among artists for showcasing series of graphic works. Cervantes, working in the late 20th century, contributed to the rich tradition of printmaking, where intricate techniques like engraving or etching allow for detailed imagery and multiple editions, making art more accessible to collectors and the public. Print portfolios like...