Noah and the animals entering the ark ca. 1650–55 Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (Il Grechetto) Italian The entry of the animals into Noah’s ark was one of Castiglione’s favorite themes, which he painted, drew, and printed throughout his career. The story allowed the artist to depict a lively assortment of animals: pairs of deer, cows, sheep, and even guinea pigs make their way to the ark barely delineated in the far ground. A lone horse in the midst of the throng dominates the composition. This etching demonstrates a controlled use of Rembrandt-esque chiaroscuro, which creates dramatic effect
Noah and the animals entering the ark ca. 1650–55 Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (Il Grechetto) Italian The entry of the animals into Noah’s ark was one of Castiglione’s favorite themes, which he painted, drew, and printed throughout his career. The story allowed the artist to depict a lively assortment of animals: pairs of deer, cows, sheep, and even guinea pigs make their way to the ark barely delineated in the far ground. A lone horse in the midst of the throng dominates the composition. This etching demonstrates a controlled use of Rembrandt-esque chiaroscuro, which creates dramatic effects through the contrast of light and shadow. Noah and the animals entering the ark 335674
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