Caraglio Giovanni Jacopo Collection

Battle Scene, c1526. Creators: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio, Raphael
Battle Scene, c1526

The Battle around the Shield and Lance, c.1527. Creators: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio, Raphael
The Battle around the Shield and Lance, c.1527

Alexander and Roxana, 16th century. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
Alexander and Roxana, 16th century

Plate 1: Saturn in a niche devouring his son, standing before a scythe, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Ixion attempting to seduce Juno, surrounded by clouds with ruins below, ca. 1520-39

The martyrdom of Saint Paul and the condemnation of Saint Peter, 1524-27

The marriage of Alexander and Roxana; Alexander surrounded by putti, offering a crown to Roxana who is seated at right, 1520-39

Mercury carrying Psyche to Olympus, after Raphaels composition in the Villa Farnesina, Rome, ca. 1520-39

Hercules defeating the river god Achelous in the form of a bull, with three women t... ca. 1526-27
Hercules defeating the river god Achelous in the form of a bull, with three women to his left holding cornucopias, from a series of six engravings of Herculean Subjects, ca. 1526-27

Diogenes seated with his barrel behind him, and reading a book while holding a stick that rests on a geometry book to his right, ca. 1526-27

Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1525-26. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1525-26

The Annunciation, 1537. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
The Annunciation, 1537

Plate 11: Apollo riding his chariot in a niche, facing right, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 12: Diana standing in a niche, twisting to her left and pulling an arrow out of a quiver, with a deer to her right, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 10: Venus in a niche, standing on a conch shell, with Cupid to her right, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Assembly of the Gods after the ceiling composition in the Loggia di Psiche, Villa Farnesina, Rome, 1527

Fury personified as an old man riding a monster, holding a skull in his left hand, ca.1520-39

Aeneas rescuing Anchises, a young boy carrying a lantern at left, ca. 1525. ca. 1525
Aeneas rescuing Anchises, a young boy carrying a lantern at left, ca. 1525

The Martyrdom of St. Peter and St. Paul, ca. 1527. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
The Martyrdom of St. Peter and St. Paul, ca. 1527

Diogenes, ca. 1527. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
Diogenes, ca. 1527

The Adoration of the Shepherds. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
The Adoration of the Shepherds, .n.d

Plate 16: Hebe in a niche with her hands in the air, running to the left while looking to the right, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 17: Bacchus standing in a niche, holding grapes over a plate, accompanied by an infant satyr, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 6: Thetis standing in a niche with a shell and sea creature, pouring water out of a vase, looking to her left, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 5: Neptune standing in a niche holding a trident, with a hippocampus (sea-horse) behind him, from a series of gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 4: Juno standing in a niche, viewed from behind, stroking a peacock to her right, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 3: Jupiter emerging from a niche, riding an eagle and holding a thunderbolt in his left hand, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 2: Ops standing in a niche with her hands at her breasts, looking to her left, with animals behind her, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 9: Mars in a niche, holding a sword above his head with his right arm, and a shield on his left arm, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 8: Prosperpina, standing in a niche, turning to the right while holding mantle in both hands and flowers in her right hand, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 7: Pluto in a niche, holding a bident, with Cerberus next to him, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 19: Vulcan standing in a niche swinging a hammer, with an anvil, hammer, and tongs at his feet, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 15: Hercules standing in a niche, wearing a lion skin and holding a club, viewed from behind, with his head turned to the left, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Plate 14: Ceres in a niche, facing right, standing over a two-headed snake and holding a half-moon sickle in her right hand and a torch in her left hand

Plate 14: Mercury standing in a niche playing his pipes, with the severed head of an old man and a sword at his feet, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

The Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1525. Creator: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio
The Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1525

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Caraglio Giovanni Jacopo was a talented Italian engraver and printmaker known for his exquisite works of art. His engravings depicted various mythological, religious, and historical scenes that captivated viewers with their intricate details and masterful execution. In Plate 1, we see Saturn in a niche devouring his son while standing before a scythe. This haunting image portrays the destructive nature of time and the inevitability of mortality. Caraglio's skillful rendering brings out the intensity of this dark subject matter. Another notable work by Caraglio is Ixion attempting to seduce Juno, surrounded by clouds with ruins below. Created between 1520-39, this piece captures the mythical tale of forbidden desire and its consequences. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the delicate depiction of clouds and ruins beneath them. The martyrdom of Saint Paul and the condemnation of Saint Peter showcases Caraglio's ability to convey emotion through his engravings. Created between 1524-27, this powerful artwork depicts two significant events from Christian history with great sensitivity. Caraglio also delved into historical narratives such as The marriage of Alexander and Roxana; Alexander surrounded by putti offering a crown. This piece transports us back to ancient times as it portrays one of history's most legendary unions amidst an ethereal setting filled with cherubic figures. Inspired by Raphael's composition in Villa Farnesina, Mercury carrying Psyche to Olympus demonstrates Caraglio's admiration for other renowned artists while showcasing his own unique style. The graceful movement captured in this engraving evokes a sense of enchantment as Mercury carries Psyche on her journey towards divinity. Hercules defeating the river god Achelous in the form of a bull is another remarkable creation by Caraglio dating back to ca. 1526-27. In this dynamic scene, Hercules triumphs over a formidable opponent, showcasing his strength and heroism.