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Guercino (Cento 1591-Bologna 1666)
Pietà c. 1643-4
Pen and wash | 16.9 x 19.8 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 902729
Guercino (Cento 1591-Bologna 1666)
Pietà c. 1643-4
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A full-length composition drawing in which Christ's body is propped up in a seated position on the left; the Madonna kneels slightly behind him on the right, weeping and holding Christ's left hand. Probably a study for the Pietà, Autun Cathedral.
Provenance
Bequeathed by the artist to Benedetto and Cesare Gennari; from whose descendants purchased by Richard Dalton for George III, c.1758-63; first recorded in a Royal Collection inventory of c.1800-1820 (Inv.A, p.65: 'a Pietà')
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Medium and techniques
Pen and wash
Measurements
16.9 x 19.8 cm (sheet of paper)
Other number(s)
RL 2729
