1710
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Etow Oh Koam, King of the River Nation is a 1710 ink by John Simon, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a man standing in a forest setting. He wears a loose robe over a tunic, with a belt holding a small dagger. His left hand holds a staff with a curved top, and his right rests on his hip. The background has trees and vines, and a small dog sits at his feet. The title below says he’s called "Etow Oh Koam, King of the River Nation." His serious expression and the way he’s dressed suggest he’s meant to look powerful. Look up Baroque to see how this style used drama and detail to show strength.
Jean Simon, anglicized as John Simon (also spelled Simons; c. 1675–1751) was an English mezzotint engraver and print publisher of French Huguenot birth, particularly known for his portraits. Notably associated with the…
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