Who created "Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version]"?

Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version] was created by Italian 17th Century, after Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione in late 17th century.

When was "Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version]" created?

This artwork was created late 17th century.

What medium is "Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version]"?

Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version] is etching on laid paper.

Is "Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version]" in the public domain?

Yes, Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version] is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version]

Italian 17th Century, after Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

late 17th century

Medium

etching on laid paper

Dimensions

sheet (trimmed to plate): 17.8 × 26.1 cm (7 × 10 1/4 in.)

Classification

Department

CG-E

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Gift of Alessandra Manning Dolnier

Accession Number

2018.113.33

Art Historical Context

Welcome to the National Gallery of, where *Temporalis Aetern [Second Version]*, a captivating etching on laid paper from the late 17 century, invites contemplation of time's fleeting nature against eternity's vastness. Created by an anonymous Italian artist after the renowned Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (1609–1664), this print measures a modest 17.8 × 26.1 cm, trimmed neatly to the plate. Castiglione, a master of the Genoese Baroque, was celebrated for his dynamic etchings blending dramatic lighting, swirling forms, and mythological or allegorical themes—hallmarks of the era's emotional int...

Temporalis Aeternitas [Second Version]

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