{"title":"Giulio Carpioni","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"allegory-of-air-giulio-carpioni","title":"Allegory of Air - Giulio Carpioni","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century etching by Giulio Carpioni representing the element of Air through classical mythological figures and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiulio Carpioni, a Venetian painter and etcher, produced this work as part of a series representing the four elements. In this etching, titled Lucht (Air), the artist employs a dynamic composition to personify the element through classical iconography. A central winged figure, representing the personification of Air, dominates the frame. The figure is positioned amidst clouds, accompanied by an eagle and several putti, which reinforce the celestial theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpioni was active in Venice and Vicenza, and his work often features mythological or allegorical subjects rendered with a distinct, fluid etching technique. His style is characterised by a sense of movement and a theatrical approach to composition, common in the mid-seventeenth century. The lines are expressive, creating a sense of volume in the drapery and the musculature of the figures. The background remains relatively sparse, allowing the focus to remain on the interaction between the central figure and the surrounding avian and cherubic elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the artist's ability to translate complex allegorical concepts into a readable visual format. The etching process allows for fine detail in the feathers of the eagle and the hair of the figures, while the cross-hatching provides depth to the shadows. As an example of seventeenth-century printmaking, the work reflects the period's interest in classical themes and the personification of natural forces. The composition is balanced, with the diagonal orientation of the central figure providing a sense of flight and weightlessness. This piece is a representative example of Carpioni's graphic output, which often explored themes of mythology, bacchanals, and religious subjects with a consistent focus on narrative clarity and stylistic grace.\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=\"\/es\/products\/an-allegory-of-peace-and-the-arts-under-the-english-crown-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eAn Allegory of Peace and the Arts under the English Crown by Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/allegory-of-magnanimity-luca-giordano\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory of Magnanimity by Luca Giordano\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/giulio-carpioni\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGiulio Carpioni artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Giulio Carpioni","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58709790523727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58709845442895,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58709845475663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58709845508431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58709845541199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58709845573967,"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":58709845606735,"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":58709845639503,"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":58709845672271,"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":58709845705039,"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":58709845737807,"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":58709845770575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/packshot_Poster_1791982268415.jpg?v=1791982272"},{"product_id":"water-allegory-of-the-elements-giulio-carpioni","title":"Water (Allegory of the Elements) - Giulio Carpioni","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century etching by Giulio Carpioni depicting a mythological allegory of water, featuring sea deities and classical figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Giulio Carpioni belongs to a series depicting the four elements. The composition presents a mythological scene centred on the personification of water. A female figure sits at the right, pouring liquid from a vessel, while the surrounding space is populated by sea deities, putti, and aquatic creatures. Carpioni, a Venetian artist, was known for his interest in classical themes and his ability to render complex, crowded scenes with a sense of fluid movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etching technique allows for a delicate handling of light and shadow. Fine, hatched lines define the musculature of the figures and the texture of the water, while the background remains relatively sparse to keep the focus on the central narrative. The presence of a trident and fish reinforces the aquatic theme, aligning with the iconographic traditions of the seventeenth century. Carpioni often drew inspiration from the works of Nicolas Poussin and the Venetian masters, which is evident in the theatrical arrangement of the figures and the classical drapery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the imaginative quality of Carpioni's graphic work. His style is characterised by a certain lightness of touch, which contrasts with the heavier, more dramatic chiaroscuro often found in contemporary Baroque painting. The figures appear to interact within a dreamlike, fluid environment, typical of the artist's fascination with bacchanalian and mythological subjects. As a museum-grade fine art print, this piece offers a clear view into the technical skill of a seventeenth-century printmaker, preserving the original marks of the etching needle and the subtle tonal variations achieved through cross-hatching. It is a representative example of the allegorical prints produced in Venice during this period, intended for collectors of classical iconography and historical printmaking.\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=\"\/es\/products\/zephyr-and-flora-giovanni-battista-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eZephyr and Flora by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/water-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eWater by Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/giulio-carpioni\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGiulio Carpioni prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Giulio Carpioni","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58761178939727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58761187426639,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58761187459407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58761187492175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58761187524943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58761187557711,"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":58761187590479,"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":58761187623247,"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":58761187656015,"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":58761187688783,"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":58761187721551,"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":58761187754319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Water-Allegory-of-the-Elements-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789275376564-q80.jpg?v=1792423894"},{"product_id":"christ-in-the-garden-of-gethsemane-giulio-carpioni","title":"Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane - Giulio Carpioni","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century Italian etching by Giulio Carpioni depicting the Agony in the Garden, featuring Christ and a descending angel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Giulio Carpioni depicts the Agony in the Garden, a traditional subject in Christian iconography. Carpioni, a Venetian painter and printmaker, was active during the seventeenth century. His work often features mythological or religious themes, rendered with a distinct focus on atmospheric light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, Christ kneels in the foreground, his gaze directed upward toward an angel who descends from the clouds. The angel holds a chalice, symbolising the cup of suffering. Several putti accompany the angel, emerging from the swirling, cloud-like forms that dominate the upper right quadrant of the print. The tree to the left provides a vertical anchor for the scene, while the ground is suggested through minimal, effective hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpioni employs a technique of varied line weights to define the forms. The drapery of Christ's robes is rendered with fluid, sweeping lines, while the clouds and foliage are built up through denser, cross-hatched marks. The contrast between the solid figure of Christ and the ethereal, light-filled space occupied by the celestial figures creates a sense of spiritual tension. The print bears the inscription 'Matio Cadorin forma In Padoa' at the bottom, indicating the publisher's involvement in the production of the plate in Padua. This work reflects the broader Baroque interest in dramatic, emotionally charged narratives, yet it retains a clarity of form characteristic of Carpioni's graphic output. The print is a fine example of seventeenth-century Italian etching, demonstrating the artist's ability to convey complex theological narratives through the economy of black and white lines on paper.\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=\"\/es\/products\/christ-crowned-with-thorns-jacob-lois\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Crowned with Thorns by Jacob Lois\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/the-christ-child-and-the-young-saint-john-the-baptist-guido-reni\" 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;\"\u003eThe Christ Child and the Young Saint John the Baptist by Guido Reni\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/giulio-carpioni\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Giulio Carpioni →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Giulio Carpioni","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58761198633295,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58761219014991,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58761219047759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58761219080527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58761219113295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58761219146063,"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":58761219178831,"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":58761219211599,"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":58761219244367,"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":58761219277135,"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":58761219309903,"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":58761219342671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-in-the-Garden-of-Gethsemane_Poster_CompositorV1_1789278102253-q80.jpg?v=1792406572"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/es\/collections\/giulio-carpioni.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}