Henri IV, L'épaulière gauche
2002
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
2002
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
In 2002 Raymond Arnold made eight etchings of armor parts. Each print shows one piece—like a shoulder guard—against fake lace. The lace and old French patterns clash with the armor’s weight. Arnold saw a painting of Henri IV in armor at the Louvre. He also visited WWI graves where his grandfather fought. The prints mix strength and fragility in one image. Check out Raymond Arnold next.
