{"title":"Parmigianino","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"adoration-of-the-shepherds-parmigianino","title":"Adoration of the Shepherds - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn etching by the Italian Mannerist master Parmigianino, depicting the Adoration of the Shepherds with characteristic elongated figures and fluid line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Italian artist Parmigianino depicts the Adoration of the Shepherds, a subject frequently explored during the Renaissance. Parmigianino, a central figure of the Mannerist movement, employs a distinct approach to form and space in this work. The figures exhibit the elongated proportions and graceful, serpentine poses characteristic of his style. The composition is tightly packed, with the figures arranged in a manner that suggests a sense of urgency and devotion around the central event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etching technique allows for a delicate handling of light and shadow. Fine, cross-hatched lines define the folds of drapery and the contours of the figures, creating a sense of volume despite the compressed spatial arrangement. The architectural elements in the background are suggested rather than fully realised, keeping the focus on the interaction between the Virgin, the Child, and the visiting shepherds. The artist avoids rigid symmetry, opting instead for a fluid, rhythmic arrangement that guides the viewer across the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino was among the first Italian artists to experiment with etching as a medium for original artistic expression rather than merely a tool for reproduction. His prints demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the copper plate, using the needle to achieve a spontaneity that mirrors his drawings. This particular work reflects his interest in the expressive potential of the line, where the pressure and direction of the stroke contribute to the overall emotional tone of the narrative. The print remains a clear example of the technical and stylistic innovations that defined his career in Parma and Rome. It offers a glimpse into the creative process of a master who prioritised elegance and subjective interpretation over the strict naturalism of the preceding generation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479489646927,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479495414095,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479495446863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479495479631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479495512399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479495545167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479495577935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479495610703,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479495643471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479495676239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479495709007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479495741775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adoration-of-the-Shepherds_Poster_CompositorV1_1786338024509.jpg?v=1786755923"},{"product_id":"resurrection-of-christ-parmigianino","title":"Resurrection of Christ - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful etching by the Italian Mannerist Parmigianino, depicting the Resurrection of Christ with fluid lines and characteristic elongated proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Parmigianino, a central figure of the Italian Mannerist movement, captures the Resurrection of Christ with the characteristic elongation and fluid grace associated with his work. The composition is dynamic, featuring a central, hovering figure of Christ who rises above the tomb, his drapery caught in a swirling motion that suggests both weightlessness and divine energy. Below, the Roman soldiers are depicted in various states of surprise and disarray, their forms rendered with expressive, calligraphic line work that defines the musculature and armour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino was one of the first Italian artists to experiment with etching as a medium for original artistic expression rather than merely for reproducing paintings. His technique here relies on a series of fine, hatching lines that build form and shadow, creating a sense of atmospheric light radiating from the risen Christ. The figures exhibit the elongated proportions and sophisticated, serpentine poses that define the Mannerist aesthetic, moving away from the balanced harmony of the High Renaissance toward a more subjective and stylised interpretation of the human form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the artist's ability to manipulate the copper plate to achieve a range of tonal values, from the deep shadows surrounding the soldiers to the bright, open space occupied by the ascending Christ. The interaction between the foreground figures and the central event creates a sense of depth, while the overall composition remains focused on the spiritual tension of the moment. This work provides insight into the technical innovation of the sixteenth century, showing how printmaking allowed artists to disseminate their stylistic vision to a wider audience beyond the confines of private commissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hercules-and-cerberus-antonio-tempesta\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules and Cerberus - Antonio Tempesta — Antonio Tempesta\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hercules-capturing-the-ceryneian-hind-simon-frisius\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules Capturing the Ceryneian Hind - Simon Frisius — Simon Frisius\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479518318927,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479529984335,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479530017103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479530049871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479530082639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479530115407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479530148175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479530180943,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479530213711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479530246479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479530279247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479530312015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Resurrection-of-Christ_Poster_CompositorV1_1786338612919.jpg?v=1786756469"},{"product_id":"boy-and-two-old-men-parmigianino","title":"Boy and Two Old Men - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by the Italian Mannerist master Parmigianino, depicting a seated youth alongside two older figures with expressive, fluid line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Italian Mannerist artist Parmigianino displays the characteristic elongation and fluid line work associated with his graphic output. The composition features a seated youth positioned in the foreground, his form rendered with a sense of graceful, albeit artificial, poise. Behind him, two older figures emerge from the shadows, their features defined by quick, rhythmic strokes that suggest age and weariness. The contrast between the smooth, youthful anatomy of the boy and the weathered, bearded faces of the men creates a thematic tension often explored in Renaissance allegorical studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino was one of the earliest Italian artists to experiment with etching, a medium he utilised to translate the spontaneity of his drawings into a reproducible format. His technique relies on a delicate web of cross-hatching to build volume and shadow, rather than relying on heavy outlines. The background remains sparse, allowing the viewer to focus on the interaction between the three figures. The youth looks away from the older men, creating a psychological distance that invites interpretation regarding the passage of time or the transition from youth to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Mannerist style, Parmigianino prioritised stylistic artifice over strict naturalism. The proportions of the figures are slightly exaggerated, and the poses are deliberately complex. This print provides a clear example of his approach to printmaking, where the physical act of etching mimics the speed and fluidity of his pen-and-ink sketches. The work remains a significant example of sixteenth-century Italian graphic art, demonstrating the technical dexterity required to achieve such tonal variation on a copper plate. The print is signed with the artist's name at the lower margin, a common practice for his published works during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hercules-and-cerberus-antonio-tempesta\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules and Cerberus - Antonio Tempesta — Antonio Tempesta\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hercules-capturing-the-ceryneian-hind-simon-frisius\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules Capturing the Ceryneian Hind - Simon Frisius — Simon Frisius\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479529886031,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479535128911,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479535161679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479535194447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479535227215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479535259983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479535292751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479535325519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479535358287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479535391055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479535423823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479535456591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boy-and-Two-Old-Men_Poster_CompositorV1_1786338726225.jpg?v=1786756591"},{"product_id":"tiburtine-sibyl-and-the-emperor-augustus-parmigianino","title":"Tiburtine Sibyl and the Emperor Augustus - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA chiaroscuro woodcut by Parmigianino depicting the Tiburtine Sibyl revealing a vision to the Emperor Augustus, showcasing the elegant, elongated forms of Italian Mannerism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chiaroscuro woodcut depicts the Tiburtine Sibyl revealing a vision of the Virgin and Child to the Emperor Augustus. The composition is characteristic of Parmigianino, who was a leading figure of the Italian Mannerist movement. His work is defined by elongated figures, fluid lines, and a sense of grace that departs from the balanced proportions of the High Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chiaroscuro technique involves the use of multiple woodblocks to create tonal variations, allowing for a sophisticated play of light and shadow. In this print, the mid-tones of the paper ground interact with the darker ink blocks to define the forms of the Sibyl and the Emperor. The Sibyl points upward toward a celestial vision, her posture echoing the elegant, serpentine forms often found in Parmigianino's drawings and paintings. The Emperor, shown in a state of awe, is rendered with a sense of movement that contrasts with the architectural stability of the background columns and buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino was one of the first Italian artists to experiment with the chiaroscuro woodcut, a medium that allowed him to translate the painterly qualities of his drawings into a reproducible format. The print demonstrates his interest in the expressive potential of line and shadow. The figures occupy a shallow, stage-like space, typical of his approach to narrative scenes. This work provides an insight into the technical experimentation occurring in sixteenth-century printmaking, where artists sought to replicate the depth and atmosphere of their preparatory sketches through the layering of woodblocks. The result is a work that balances narrative clarity with the stylistic artifice associated with the Mannerist period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pope-leo-x-agnolo-bronzino\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePope Leo X - Agnolo Bronzino — Agnolo Bronzino\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/la-resurrezione-the-resurrection-tintoretto\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLa Resurrezione (The Resurrection) - Tintoretto — Tintoretto\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479545975119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479561277775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479561310543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479561343311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479561376079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479561408847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479561441615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479561474383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479561507151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479561539919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479561572687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479561605455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Tiburtine-Sibyl-and-the-Emperor-Augustus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786339084796.jpg?v=1786756860"},{"product_id":"mercury-standing-in-a-niche-with-a-violin-and-an-ibis-parmigianino","title":"Mercury Standing in a Niche with a Violin and an Ibis - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Mannerist figure study by Parmigianino, depicting the god Mercury with a violin and an ibis in a classic architectural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by the Italian Mannerist artist Parmigianino displays the characteristic elongation of the human form that defines his approach to the figure. The composition depicts the god Mercury, positioned within a shallow architectural niche. He holds a violin in his left hand, while an ibis stands at his feet. The artist employs a fluid, calligraphic line to define the musculature and the drapery, which falls in soft, rhythmic folds around the god's body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino uses brown wash to create depth and volume, suggesting the curve of the niche behind the figure. The light source appears to come from the upper left, casting subtle shadows that model the torso and limbs. The presence of the ibis and the musical instrument provides a mythological context, though the primary focus remains on the grace and posture of the central figure. The sketch demonstrates the artist's ability to balance anatomical observation with a stylised, elegant aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a preparatory study, the work offers insight into the creative process of a master of the sixteenth century. The ink lines are precise, showing the confidence of the artist as he explores the relationship between the figure and the surrounding space. The paper shows signs of age, which adds to the character of the piece, revealing the texture of the medium and the history of the drawing. This print captures the nuances of the original ink and wash, preserving the delicate tonal variations and the energy of the initial marks made by the artist's hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scenes-of-allegories-of-the-cardinal-virtues-agnolo-bronzino\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eScenes of Allegories of the Cardinal Virtues - Agnolo Bronzino — Agnolo Bronzino\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-alessandro-farnese-sofonisba-anguissola\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Alessandro Farnese - Sofonisba Anguissola — Sofonisba Anguissola\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479584411983,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479617737039,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479617769807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479617802575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479617835343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479617868111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479617900879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479617933647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479617966415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479617999183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479618031951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479618064719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mercury-Standing-in-a-Niche-with-a-Violin-and-an-Ibis_Poster_CompositorV1_1786339567032.jpg?v=1786757370"},{"product_id":"lovers-parmigianino","title":"Lovers - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by the Italian Mannerist master Parmigianino, depicting two figures in a wooded setting with characteristic elongated proportions and fluid lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola, known as Parmigianino, captures the stylistic hallmarks of the Italian Mannerist period. The composition features two figures in a wooded setting, rendered with the elongated proportions and fluid, expressive line work that define the artist's graphic output. Parmigianino was one of the first Italian artists to experiment extensively with etching, a technique he utilised to translate the spontaneity of his drawings into a reproducible medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures exhibit a sense of torsion and grace, typical of the artist's approach to the human form. The male figure, seen from the back, displays a muscular yet supple anatomy, while the female figure is depicted with a refined, slender elegance. The surrounding foliage is executed with rapid, energetic strokes, creating a textured backdrop that contrasts with the smooth, modelled surfaces of the figures. The interplay of light and shadow is achieved through varied hatching, which provides volume and depth to the scene without relying on rigid outlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Mannerist style, Parmigianino prioritised aesthetic artifice and emotional tension over the balanced, harmonious proportions favoured by his High Renaissance predecessors. This work demonstrates his ability to manipulate space and form to create a sense of intimacy and movement. The etching reflects the technical curiosity of the period, as artists sought new ways to disseminate their compositions beyond the confines of painting. The print serves as an example of the sophisticated graphic language developed in sixteenth-century Italy, where the artist's hand remains visible in every mark. This fine art print preserves the delicate nuances of the original copper plate, allowing for a close examination of the artist's draftsmanship and his unique approach to the human figure in a natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vier-putti-christoph-jamnitzer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVier putti - Christoph Jamnitzer — Christoph Jamnitzer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hercules-capturing-the-ceryneian-hind-simon-frisius\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules Capturing the Ceryneian Hind - Simon Frisius — Simon Frisius\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479646376271,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479722201423,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479722234191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479722266959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479722299727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479722332495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479722365263,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479722398031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479722430799,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479722463567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479722496335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479722529103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lovers_Poster_CompositorV1_1786340410635.jpg?v=1786758440"},{"product_id":"astrology-parmigianino","title":"Astrology - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by Parmigianino depicting an allegorical figure of Astrology, characterised by elongated forms and contemplative symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching, attributed to the Italian Mannerist painter and printmaker Parmigianino, depicts a seated female figure representing the personification of Astrology. The composition is characteristic of the artist's style, featuring elongated proportions and a sense of refined, melancholic grace. The figure rests her head upon her hand in a contemplative pose, positioned beside a celestial globe that signifies her scholarly pursuit of the heavens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the stone structure, a skull serves as a memento mori, introducing a layer of philosophical reflection on the transience of human knowledge and life. The drapery of the figure's garments is rendered with fluid, delicate lines that suggest movement and weight, typical of the artist's graphic work. The background is kept relatively sparse, allowing the focus to remain on the interaction between the allegorical subject and her symbolic attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino was among the first Italian artists to adopt etching as a primary medium for his original compositions, rather than using it merely for reproductive purposes. His approach to the copper plate mirrors his drawing technique, employing light, calligraphic strokes to build form and shadow. This print demonstrates his ability to convey complex allegorical themes through a sophisticated, personal visual language. The work remains a clear example of the intellectual climate of the sixteenth century, where classical learning and humanistic inquiry were central to artistic production. The print is often associated with the artist's period in Rome, where he was exposed to the works of Raphael and Michelangelo, yet he maintained a distinct, individual aesthetic that prioritised elegance and psychological depth over classical balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tisiphone-rains-madness-on-athamas-and-ino-johann-wilhelm-baur\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTisiphone Rains Madness on Athamas and Ino - Johann Wilhelm Baur — Johann Wilhelm Baur\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/men-on-foot-and-dogs-fighting-a-large-bear-antonio-tempesta\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMen on Foot and Dogs Fighting a Large Bear - Antonio Tempesta — Antonio Tempesta\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479647850831,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479719153999,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479719186767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479719219535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479719252303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479719285071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479719317839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479719350607,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479719383375,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479719416143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479719448911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479719481679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Astrology_Poster_CompositorV1_1786340167350.jpg?v=1786758495"},{"product_id":"young-man-and-two-old-men-parmigianino","title":"Young Man and Two Old Men - Parmigianino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by the Italian Mannerist master Parmigianino, depicting a youth in conversation with two elderly figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Italian Mannerist artist Parmigianino captures a scene of quiet contemplation. The composition features a central youth, seated in a relaxed posture, while two elderly figures appear behind him. The artist employs a delicate, calligraphic line quality to define the forms, using cross-hatching to build shadow and volume within the figures and the surrounding foliage. The elongated proportions of the youth are characteristic of Parmigianino, who often manipulated human anatomy to achieve a specific aesthetic effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interaction between the figures remains ambiguous, inviting the viewer to consider the narrative possibilities. The youth looks away from the two men, who seem engaged in a private exchange. This sense of psychological distance is a hallmark of the artist's work, where the focus shifts from clear storytelling to the expression of mood and stylistic grace. The etching technique allows for a spontaneity that complements the fluid, serpentine lines defining the drapery and the hair of the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigianino was one of the first Italian artists to experiment with etching, a medium that allowed him to translate the freedom of his drawings directly onto the copper plate. This print demonstrates his technical control and his ability to create atmospheric depth through varied line density. The background is kept relatively sparse, ensuring that the viewer's attention remains fixed on the trio. The work reflects the broader artistic climate of the sixteenth century, where artists moved away from the strict balance of the High Renaissance towards more subjective and expressive forms. This print is a fine example of the artist's graphic output, showing his mastery of light and shadow within a small-scale format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vier-putti-christoph-jamnitzer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVier putti - Christoph Jamnitzer — Christoph Jamnitzer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hercules-capturing-the-ceryneian-hind-simon-frisius\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules Capturing the Ceryneian Hind - Simon Frisius — Simon Frisius\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Parmigianino","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479687926095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479729213775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479729246543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479729279311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479729312079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479729344847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479729377615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479729410383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479729443151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479729475919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479729508687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479729541455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Young-Man-and-Two-Old-Men_Poster_CompositorV1_1786340647368.jpg?v=1786759199"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/parmigianino.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}