Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
The artistic production of Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo and Giovanni Battista Tiepolo spans the years 1727 through 1773, a period defined by significant developments in graphic arts. Their documented work consists primarily of prints, executed in a professional and highly detailed style reflective of the 18th century.
The artists’ output is represented by a substantial body of work in major American institutions, including the National Gallery of Art. The collection holds six individual prints and one complete volume, establishing the artists' legacy in the history of draftsmanship and printmaking.
The subject matter of these works encompasses both religious iconography and classical allegory. Key prints held in collections include the devotional images Martyrdom of Saint Agatha and The Last Supper, as well as Saint James of Compostela. Additionally, mythological and historical themes are explored in compositions such as Venus Entrusting Cupid to Time and Venice Receiving the Homage of Neptune. These high-quality prints offer a valuable insight into 18th-century aesthetics.
Today, many of these historical Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo Giovanni Battista Tiepolo prints are within the public domain, allowing institutions to preserve museum-quality copies for scholarly research and public viewing.
