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A young man, seen from behind and ascending a step towards the left
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A young man, seen from behind and ascending a step towards the left
A young man, seen from behind and ascending a step towards the left, a cloak draped over his right shoulder and his left arm outstretched, a ram skull at bottom left, 1766. After Parmigianino
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Benigno Bossi Bossi Exhaustion Francesco Francesco Mazzola Francesco Parmigianino Francis Mazzuoli Parmegiano Girolamo Fran Girolamo Francesco Maria Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola Girolamo Francesco Mazzola Il Parmigianino Mannerism Mannerist Mazzola Mazzola Francesco Mazzola Girolamo Francesco Mazzola Girolamo Francesco Maria Museu Parmegiano Parmigianino Parmigianino Francesco Rear View Sheep Skull Step Young Man
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In this print, we are transported back to the 18th century as we witness a young man ascending a step towards the left. The artist, Bossi, pays homage to Parmigianino's original work from 1766 in this etching. The young man is seen from behind, his figure shrouded in a cloak that drapes over his right shoulder. With his left arm outstretched, he appears determined and focused on his journey ahead. At the bottom left corner of the image lies an intriguing ram skull, adding an element of mystery and symbolism. This artwork beautifully captures the essence of Italian mannerism with its meticulous attention to detail and graceful composition. The use of black and white adds depth and intensity to the scene while highlighting every intricate line etched by Bossi. As we gaze upon this print, we can't help but wonder about the story behind this solitary figure. Is he embarking on a physical or metaphorical ascent? What trials or exhaustion has led him here? The ambiguity invites us to interpret our own narrative within this evocative piece. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this engraving stands as a testament to Bossi's talent for capturing human emotion through artistry. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, these timeless images continue to inspire contemplation and appreciation for both historical context and artistic expression.
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