Shakespeare Monument in Church at Stratford-on-Avon
1796
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1796
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a man sitting in a carved stone niche, holding an open book. Above him, two small cherubs perch on a ledge, one holding a scroll. Behind the man is a shield with a coat of arms and a skull on top. The scene looks like a tomb monument, but it’s actually a print meant to honor a famous writer. The artist used fine lines to build up shadows and texture. Next, check out how engraving works to create such detailed images.
