Artwork

Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar

Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850
Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850

Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar is an engraving that presents a detailed representation of a man in a simple yet elegant attire.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted with a serious expression, his curly hair neatly combed, and wearing a broad lace collar. He holds a folded item in one hand, while the other rests on his chest, conveying a sense of contemplation or solemnity.

Technique & Style

The engraving employs cross-hatching, a technique characterized by crisscrossed lines, to achieve a high level of detail and texture, particularly evident in the rendering of the lace collar and the subject's facial wrinkles.

Jean Louis Guez, Sieur de Balzac
Jean Louis Guez, Sieur de Balzac, Robert Gaywood

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar?

Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar was painted by Unknown 19th Century in 1850.

Where can I see Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar?

Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar?

Portrait of a Man with a Broad Collar is associated with Romanticism.