Who painted Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg)?

Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg) was painted by Hanns Lautensack in 1553.

Where can I see Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg)?

Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg)?

Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg) is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg)?

Museum-quality prints of Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg)

Hanns Lautensack , 1553

Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg) is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hanns Lautensack. It dates from 1553 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Felicitas von Eckh (-Freyberg) is a 1553 print by Hanns Lautensack, a German artist known for his etching and engraving skills.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an older man, likely a nobleman or official, identified by his coat of arms. He is shown with a serious expression, wearing formal attire and holding a framed heraldic device.

Technique & Style

Created using a combination of etching and engraving, the print features sharp, detailed lines characteristic of 16th-century Central European portraiture.

History & Provenance

Hanns Lautensack, born in 1524 in Bamberg, worked primarily in Nuremberg before relocating to Vienna around 1556, possibly to document Emperor Ferdinand I's antique coin collection.