C. Aureolus
1817
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1817
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a man in a long coat, looking down at a piece of paper. The lines are scratchy and uneven, which gives it a rough feel. It looks like he’s reading something important. Etchings use acid to cut lines into metal plates. Drypoint adds a softer line by scratching the plate with a needle. This mix makes the image feel both sharp and blurred. If you like this style, try Lesueur, Charles Alexandre.
