Artwork
A Cooper
A Cooper is an ink print by the Baroque artist Willem Basse. It dates from 1630 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower left in plate: 7
About this work
Overview
A Cooper is an etching on laid paper created by Willem Basse in 1630.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bearded man working on a curved wooden barrel, with shadows accentuating the texture of the wood and the man's hands.
Technique & Style
The etching features sharp, scratchy lines that create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist achieved this effect by inking a copper plate and wiping away excess ink, leaving it only in the scratched lines.
Context
The work showcases Basse's skill with etching, a technique that involves carving into a copper plate to create the design.
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Artist & collection
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