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Dancing Putto Holding a Drapery, c. 1493/1497. Creator: Filippino Lippi
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Dancing Putto Holding a Drapery, c. 1493/1497. Creator: Filippino Lippi
Dancing Putto Holding a Drapery, c. 1493/1497
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Amorini Brown Ink Cherubim Drapery Filippino Lippi Florence Florentine Lippi Filippino Pen And Brown Ink On Laid Paper Tuscany Angelic Cherubs Laid Paper Pen And Ink Drawing Putti
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This exquisite pen and brown ink drawing, titled "Dancing Putto Holding a Drapery," is a captivating masterpiece by the renowned Florentine artist Filippino Lippi, created around 1493-1497. The drawing depicts a cherubic putto, or amorino, in the midst of a lively dance, his nimble form clad in the flowing folds of a drapery. The delicate, sinuous lines and the subtle contrasts of light and shadow reveal Filippino Lippi's masterful hand and his deep understanding of the human form. The putto, a common motif in Italian art of the fifteenth century, is often depicted as an embodiment of joy, playfulness, and the innocence of youth. In this drawing, the putto's graceful movements and the intricate drapery he holds aloft are rendered with a level of detail and precision that speaks to the artist's exceptional skill and artistic vision. The use of pen and brown ink on laid paper adds to the drawing's antique charm, evoking the rich cultural heritage of Tuscany and the artistic traditions of Florence during the Renaissance. This drawing is a rare and valuable example of Filippino Lippi's work and a testament to the enduring influence of Italian art on the world. This drawing is currently on exhibit at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world. Whether viewed in person or in reproduction, the "Dancing Putto Holding a Drapery" is a work of art that transcends time and culture, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
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