1690-1700
The Angel Appearing to Hagar and Ishmael in the Wilderness
Giovanni Battista Gaulli (called il Baciccio)Italian, 1639 - 1709
Genoa-born Gaulli departed his native city for Rome as a young man and soon became a protégé of Rome's leading sculptor, one of the most famous artists in all of Europe, Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Gaulli left many drawings, and this sheet is typical of his assured command of subtle gradations of wash applied with both wet and dry brush.
This record is part of an ongoing effort to share accurate and evolving information. If you notice anything we should improve, we welcome your feedback at [email protected]
Images on this site are shared for educational use. For image rights, permissions, or to learn more about image rights and access, email [email protected]