Artwork
Philip Galle
Philip Galle is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hendrick Goltzius. It dates from 1582 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:center left in plate on balcony wall: Henricus / Goltzius fecit / 1582; [7-line text within lower margin]; lower center verso in graphite: P. Galle graveur [plus additional pencil ed notes (not deciphered) by later hands]
About this work
Overview
This 1582 engraving on laid paper by Hendrick Goltzius is a portrait of Philip Galle, a fellow engraver and publisher. The work exemplifies Goltzius's technical skill and attention to detail.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Philip Galle seated in a chair, with a landscape and personal items in the background. Galle is shown with a contemplative gesture, his hand resting on his chest, as he gazes directly at the viewer.
Technique & Style
Goltzius employed fine lines and shading to create a detailed, textured image characteristic of Northern Mannerist engravings. The use of laid paper and engraving technique allowed for intricate renderings of Galle's clothing and surroundings.
History & Provenance
Created in 1582 by Goltzius, a prominent Dutch engraver, this print reflects his early career focus on detailed, authoritative engravings before his later exploration of painting.
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Artist
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
