Physical perfection becomes an expression of sanctity in this statuette. Duquesnoy, a Fleming working in Rome, created monumental sculpture that earned him esteem rivaling that of his great Italian contemporaries Bernini and Algardi.
London, 2013: 48, no. 13, 49 repro. 2015 "Art for the Nation: The Story of the
Fede Galizia (documented 1587–1630), whose work was overlooked for four centuries, is now known for her luminous and striking naturalism. The National Gallery of Art has acquired Still Life of Apples, Pears, Cucumbers, Figs, and a Melon (c.
Art for the Nation no. 67 (Fall 2023): 18-19, repro.
America’s National Gallery of Art: A Gift to the Nation.
Sculpture by Degas, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, 1956. 1991 Art for the Nation
America’s National Gallery of Art: A Gift to the Nation.
Sculpture by Degas, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, 1956. 1991 Art for the Nation
, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1966, no. 91, repro 1986 Gifts to the Nation
Art for the Nation no. 68 (Spring 2024): 5, repro.
In the 16th and 17th centuries, nautilus cups were among the most treasured objects in chambers of art and wonders ( Kunstkammern in German)—collections of natural marvels and skillfully crafted artworks that became popular with princely collectors in Europe. The National Gallery of Art has acquired its first nautilus cup (c.
Art for the Nation no. 67 (Fall 2023): 15, fig. 20, 25, repro.
Seville, 2010: 160-165, 179, 183, repro. 2015 "Art for the Nation: The Story of
