Who painted Richard Carpenter?

Richard Carpenter was painted by William Faithorne in 1657.

Where can I see Richard Carpenter?

Richard Carpenter is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Richard Carpenter?

Richard Carpenter is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Richard Carpenter

William Faithorne , 1657

Richard Carpenter is an ink print by the Baroque artist William Faithorne. It dates from 1657 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This engraving, created by William Faithorne in 1657, is a portrait of Richard Carpenter. It is a print made using the engraving technique.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Richard Carpenter from the chest up, wearing a dark jacket and white collar, with loose wavy hair. A smaller face is partially visible beside his head. The subject's direct gaze engages the viewer.

Technique & Style

The engraving features a round frame with a braided design, set against a dark background. Clean lines and subtle shading create depth and texture, exemplifying the cross-hatching technique used to achieve the portrait's detail and nuance.