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Horatius Cocles Defending the Bridge in the Tiber
Diana Scultori (mentioned on object), c. 1557 - c. 1612
This is almost certainly a juvenile work by Diana Mantuana, engraved after a fresco by Giulio Romano. The composition looks somewhat awkward as the bridge is poorly rendered and the human proportions also leave much to be desired. This reflects the inexperienced hand of the artist, who learned how to engrave from her father but was taught neither anatomy nor perspective.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-OB-37.372
- Dimensionsheight 244 mm x width 274 mm
- Physical characteristicsgravure met plaattoon