Artwork
The Blind Prince
The Blind Prince is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Lambert Suavius. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in plate: Dese ... / ...baet; across bottom in plate: Siet ... /... P ara[l?]po 19; lower right in plate: Fesaias ... / ... n; in laterhand, across bottom verso: (3 lines of collector's notes)
About this work
Overview
The Blind Prince is an engraving on laid paper created by Lambert Suavius around 1550.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated figure with a staff surrounded by others, with a draped cloth above them. The scene is dense with figures and textures, and text around the edges likely provides context or explanation.
Technique & Style
Suavius used fine lines and shading to create depth and three-dimensionality in the monochrome composition. The engraving technique allowed for detailed rendering of faces, clothing, and textures.
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