Aeneas Saving his Father Anchises from Troy
Artist
Ludolph Businck
(German, born 1599 or 1602, died 1669)
Datec. 1620
MediumChiaroscuro woodcut
DimensionsSheet trimmed to image: 13 3/4 x 8 11/16 in. (34.9 x 22 cm)
Credit LinePurchased through the Hoehn Family Print Acquisition Fund
CultureGerman
MarkingsWatermark bottom center
Object numberPC2011.08.01
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionAeneas at the center of the image carries his father Anchises on his back, legs draped around his neck, and his robe billowing and swirling around them. Aeneas's young son Ascanius walks beside him, holding his free hand. Behind them in the far left background, the city of Troy burns. The composition is highlighted with white ink on the beige paper to heighten the contrasts and drama of the image.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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