LA QUADRIGA DELLITALIA Printmaking By Jerry Di Falco

Year:

Medium:

Etching Print

Size - (USA):

17 W x 15 H x 0.5 D (inches)

Size - (metric):

43.2 W x 38.1 H x 1.3 D (centimeters)

Theme:

Landmarks

Edition:

10

Artwork ID:

411326

PDF Copy:

Artwork Info Sheet (PDF)

Artwork Description:

This etching shows the sculpture that was created to celebrate 150 years of Italian Unity. It incorporates the techniques of intaglio and aquatint. There are three editions of ten prints each for this work, which was exhibited at the Italian Consulate in Philadelphia to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Italia as a unified country. This sculpture by Carlo Fontana depicts the Angel of Unity in a special chariot called a QUADRIGA, which requires four horses to pull it. This first edition is executed on Arches Cover Black printmaking paper with silver-metallic, oil-base printing ink. The print measures 19 inches wide by 17 inches high. The work was hand printed and published by the artist at The Center for Works on Paper in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Please note that this etching is shipped to the collector without a frame or mat. This keeps the price low and allows the collector personal choice in matt selection and framing. A sturdy cardboard box is employed for shipping the work. The etching is first wrapped in two layers of acid free glassine and then placed between two archival boards. This is next placed into the shipping carton and securely packed with bubble wrap. The Absolute Arts Dot Com price includes all handling costs, shipment supplies, and the coast of the shipment box. Mailing costs are added.

Artwork Keywords:   Original Printmaking

Materials:   Etching Prints