Artwork

Col. James Turner

Col. James Turner, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1663
Col. James Turner, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1663

Col. James Turner is an ink print by the Baroque artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1663 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Col.

About this work

Overview

Col. James Turner is a 17th-century engraving portraying a man of the same era. The subject is depicted in formal attire, exuding a dignified presence against a subdued background.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving captures Col. James Turner in a serious, forward-gazing pose, holding a stick with his right arm bent. His attire, including a hat, cloak, and high-collared shirt, reflects 17th-century fashion, conveying a sense of solemnity and formality.

Technique & Style

Executed with meticulous detail, the engraving features fine lines that impart texture and depth, characteristic of precise Baroque-era printmaking techniques.

Context

The work aligns with the Baroque movement's emphasis on detailed realism and formal compositions, suggesting an affinity with contemporaneous European artistic trends.

Legacy

While specific influence or widespread recognition of 'Col. James Turner' is not detailed here, its style invites comparison with broader Baroque printmaking achievements of the 17th century.

Artist & collection

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