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Mulier Basiliensis, by Wenceslaus Hollar, ink, 1644

Mulier Basiliensis

Wenceslaus Hollar

1644

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mulier Basiliensis is a 1644 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Wenceslaus Hollar
When & what style?
1644 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is an etching of a woman in a long dress and a hat. The woman is standing, facing forward, with her hands by her sides. She is wearing a long, dark dress with a lighter-colored underskirt, a hat, and a scarf around her neck. The background of the image is light-colored. The woman's clothing and hairstyle suggest that she is from a specific time period. The level of detail in the etching is high, with visible lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The artist's use of etching techniques creates a sense of realism and intimacy in the portrait. To learn more about the artist's work, explore the art of 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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