Artwork
Henry Colthurst
Henry Colthurst is an ink print by the Baroque artist Wenceslaus Hollar. It dates from 1644 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Henry Colthurst is a portrait etching created by Wenceslaus Hollar in 1644. The work is a black-and-white representation of a man, showcasing Hollar's skill in printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with short, curly hair and a serious expression, dressed in dark attire with a pendant around his neck. His right hand rests on a folded paper or book, while his left hand is tucked into his jacket, conveying a sense of contemplation or studiousness.
Technique & Style
Hollar employed fine lines to capture texture and detail, characteristic of etching. The technique allowed him to achieve layered images with precision, evident in the folds of the subject's clothing and the smoothness of his face.
Artist & collection
Artist
Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.
