Man Moving Abruptly
1621
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1621
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Man Moving Abruptly is a 1621 ink by Edouard Eckman, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a man in motion, captured in a dynamic pose. He wears a hat, a long coat, and shoes, with his arms outstretched and his legs in a stride. The man's facial expression is one of urgency, as if he is moving abruptly. The man's attire and the style of the image suggest a historical setting, possibly from the 17th century. The use of woodcut on laid paper adds a sense of texture and depth to the image. The image is an allegory, conveying a sense of movement and urgency. To learn more about the artist's use of woodcut technique, explore the works of Eckman, Edouard.
