The Pesaro altarpiece: Saint Mary (the Blessed Virgin) with the Christ Child, saints and members of the Pesaro family. Etching by V. Lefebvre after Titian.
- Titian, approximately 1488-1576.
- Date:
- [1682]
- Reference:
- 2474286i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
The Virgin and Child are seated above left. Below her Saint Peter holds an open book. To left of her stand Saint Francis and Saint Anthony. At ground level are kneeling members of the Pesaro family. Right, a knight and a Turk, representing the role of the Pesaro family in wars between Venice and Turkey
Publication/Creation
Venetiis [Venice] : J. van Campen formis, [1682]
Physical description
1 print : etching ; platemark 53.4 x 29.1 cm
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2474286i
Type/Technique
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Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores