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Civis Coloniensis Filia, by Wenceslaus Hollar, ink, 1643

Civis Coloniensis Filia

Wenceslaus Hollar

1643

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Civis Coloniensis Filia is a 1643 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Wenceslaus Hollar
When & what style?
1643 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a woman standing upright, facing left. She wears a dark dress with a white collar and a head covering, and holds a basket in her right hand. The woman's attire and the style of the etching suggest a Baroque influence. The level of detail in the etching, particularly in the folds of the woman's clothing, indicates a high level of skill on the part of the artist. The etching is a fine example of the Baroque style, and fans of this movement may enjoy exploring more works by artists such as Hollar, Wenceslaus.

About the artist

Portrait of Wenceslaus Hollar
Artist

Wenceslaus Hollar

Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.

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