A Hermit Saint
1710
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Karel Frantisek Töpper
Karel Frantisek Töpper (1681–1738) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Hermit Saint is a 1710 ink by Karel Frantisek Töpper, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a lone figure in a dark, tangled forest. The person sits on a rock, wrapped in a heavy cloak, with their head bowed. Around them, gnarled trees and uneven ground create a wild, shadowy space. Their hands rest on a staff, and a small dog lies nearby, almost hidden in the brush. The scene feels quiet and lonely, like the person is lost in thought. The artist used sharp lines to show texture—every leaf and fold of cloth is detailed. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists carve images into metal plates.
Karel Frantisek Töpper (1681–1738) was an artist.
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