1642
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Mercatoris Pragensis Vxor is a 1642 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a man dressed in a long, dark cloak with a fur-lined collar and a tall, pointed hat. He stands facing left, with his hands clasped together in front of him. The background is a plain, light-colored surface. The man's attire suggests he may be a member of the upper class or a merchant, given the luxurious fabrics and style of his clothing. The etching's level of detail and realism also imply that it may have been created as a portrait. The artist's use of etching techniques to create intricate textures and shading adds depth and nuance to the image. For more works like this, explore the art of Hollar, Wenceslaus.
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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