Detmar Friedrich Wilhelm Basse
1782
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1782
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Detmar Friedrich Wilhelm Basse is a 1782 ink by Anton Graff, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait features a man with curly hair, wearing a tall hat and a dark jacket over a white shirt with a large bow at the neck. The subject is depicted from the chest up, set against a plain background. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of etching on laid paper adds a level of texture and depth to the image. The portrait's attention to detail and expressive qualities make it a compelling work. For more on the artist's technique, explore the art of etching.
