6/9
1695
Medium
etching
Dimensions
287; 215
About this artwork
height 287 mm x width 215 mm
Art Historical Context
Nicolas Dorigny's *6/9*, created in 1695, is a fine example of late Baroque printmaking. As a French engraver and painter (1658–1743), Dorigny was renowned for reproductive etchings that faithfully captured the grandeur of Renaissance masters like Raphael. The title "6/9" suggests this is the sixth plate in a series nine, likely part of his celebrated reproductions of Vatican frescoes, allowing wider audiences to appreciate classical art during Louis XIV's opulent reign. Etching, the medium here, involves drawing on a wax-coated copper plate with acid-resistant lines, then immersing it in aci...
About the Artist
Nicolas Dorigny · 1658–1746
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