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Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury

Unknown 19th Century

1850

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1850 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait depicts a man in a hat and cloak, with a serious expression. He is shown from the chest up, set against a dark background. The engraving technique is evident in the intricate details of the subject's clothing and facial features. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about the Romanticism movement, which this engraving is a part of, you can explore the works of artists like Unknown 19th Century.