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There are multiple representation of maternity among Crocetti’s artworks, starting from the embossment which decorates the door of the place in Largo dei Lombardi, build by architect Vittorio Morpurgo, artwork which has been commissioned by the national social security institute back in 1939 (and inaugurated the year after).As that first attempt, the artwork that is preserved in the Crocetti’s museum is a marble embossment but it juts out less respect to the other and it develops vertically. The shapes are more simplified, the physiognomic details tend to be synthesized and these are stylistic characteristics which suggest a more late dating, to collocate not before the ‘50s, but the circumstances of its creation remain unknown.

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How does the subject of "Maternity" relate to Venanzo Crocetti's usual themes?

Venanzo Crocetti's recurring themes include renaissance & baroque echoes, symbol of maternal virtue", "family values, 1930s italy", early 20th-century sculpture; "Maternity" focuses on maternity, motherhood, family, love, protection, sculpture, italian art, classical.

Can I watch "Maternity" as a full-screen slideshow?

A slideshow is available: the Diaporama page of "Maternity" by Venanzo Crocetti.

What are the reproduction rights of "Maternity" at the Crocetti Museum?

"Maternity" by Venanzo Crocetti, held at the Crocetti Museum, is still protected by copyright. This status determines whether reproductions of the image may be made.

What is "Maternity" about?

"Maternity" by Venanzo Crocetti depicts: maternity, motherhood, family, love, protection, sculpture, italian art, classical.

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The colors of "Maternity" by Venanzo Crocetti show a unified palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.

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The dominant hue of "Maternity" by Venanzo Crocetti is ochre to sepia. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.

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"Maternity" by Venanzo Crocetti has a gentle luminance luminance. Luminance describes how much light the colors appear to reflect.

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Artist Biography

early life and career

venanzo crocetti, an italian sculptor, was born in giulianova, abruzzo, on august 3, 1913. his life was marked by a deep passion for art, which led him to become one of the most renowned artists of his time. at the age of 12, crocetti became an orphan and struggled with extreme poverty. however, his talent and desire to create saved him from these hardships. in 1928, he moved to rome, where he worked as a restorer in the vatican laboratories, including a four-year stint on the scaffolding of the sistine chapel.

artistic achievements

venanzo crocetti's artistic career was marked by numerous achievements:

the door of the sacraments, finished in 1966, at st. peter's basilica.
receiving the grand prize at the 19th venice biennale in 1938.
nominated as president of the accademia di san luca in 1972.
receiving the golden decoration from the italian ministry of education for his achievements in fine art and culture.

notable works and exhibitions

some of crocetti's notable works include:

fantasy as you like, a sculpture representing an unicum in the artist’s production, showcasing his unique style. (view on ArtsDot.com)
lioness, a bronze artwork that won the grand prize at the xxi venice biennale in 1938. (view on ArtsDot.com)