Who painted The Angler?

The Angler was painted by Joachim Franz Beich in 1712.

Where can I see The Angler?

The Angler is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Angler?

The Angler is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of The Angler?

Museum-quality prints of The Angler are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Angler

Joachim Franz Beich , 1712

The Angler is an ink print by the Baroque artist Joachim Franz Beich. It dates from 1712 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:by later hand, upper left of mount: 165-62; by later hand, upper right of mount in ink: 54; by later hand, lower right of mount: Beich sc / 1985..52.17274 [crossed out] / Meyer 22 / Andresen (PG) 8 ii/ii; Andresen (H) 22

About this work

Overview

The Angler, an etching on laid paper by Joachim Franz Beich, dates to circa 1712 and is part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington.

Subject & Meaning

Depicting a serene riverside scene, the print shows a solitary figure engaged in fishing, set against a backdrop of bare trees, hilly terrain, and a cloudy sky. The composition emphasizes the figure's smallness within the vast, untamed natural environment.

Technique & Style

Executed in black and white, the etching utilizes nuanced shading to convey depth, particularly in the textured rendering of trees and rocks, achieving a detailed visual effect despite the monochromatic palette.

History & Provenance

Created around 1712, the work is now housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, having been laid down on a Phillips's album sheet at some point in its history.