Allegory of Envy

Cristofano Robetta

Created:
Movement:
c. 1505
Renaissance
key Notes:
Grotesque Imagery, Symbolic Personification
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Dimensions:
23.3 × 18 cm (9 3/16 × 7 1/8 in.)
medium:
Engraving on paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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Allegory of Envy by Cristofano Robetta

"Allegory of Envy", created circa 1505, is an engraving on paper by the Italian artist Cristofano Robetta. This work exemplifies the intricate detail and technical skill characteristic of Robetta's engravings, which were influenced by the Florentine artistic milieu of the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Robetta, active primarily in Florence, was known for his engravings that often depicted allegorical and mythological themes, reflecting the humanist interests of the Renaissance. The "Allegory of Envy" is significant for its exploration of human vices, a common subject in Renaissance art, which sought to convey moral and philosophical messages. Robetta's work contributes to the broader understanding of the role of printmaking in disseminating artistic and intellectual ideas during the Renaissance. His engravings, including this piece, are valued for their contribution to the development of printmaking as a respected art form in Italy.

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Allegory of Envy by Cristofano Robetta

The artwork "Allegory of Envy" by Cristofano Robetta, created circa 1505, is an engraving on paper that exemplifies the intricate detail and allegorical themes characteristic of the Italian Renaissance. The piece is notable for its depiction of Envy as a grotesque figure, reflecting the period's fascination with moral and philosophical subjects.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Allegory of Envy