Monument of the Lord Chancellor Bacon, Saint Michael's Church
1808
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1808
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The image depicts a man in a large hat, standing with his hand on his chin. He is wearing a large collar and puffy pants. The man is standing in front of an archway, with his feet on a pedestal. The pedestal has writing on it, but it is too small to read. The man's clothing and hat suggest that he is from a different time period. The archway behind him adds to the sense of grandeur and importance. The level of detail in the engraving is impressive, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. For more on the artist's use of cross-hatching, look up Cooke, George.
