Who painted Portrait of an Astronomer?

Portrait of an Astronomer was painted by Unknown 19th Century in 1850.

Where can I see Portrait of an Astronomer?

Portrait of an Astronomer is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Portrait of an Astronomer?

Portrait of an Astronomer is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Portrait of an Astronomer

Unknown 19th Century , 1850

Portrait of an Astronomer 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 an Astronomer is an engraved print depicting a man surrounded by astronomical symbols and text within a circular border.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a serious-looking man with curly hair, likely an astronomer given the surrounding star names and numerical data. The image suggests a connection to a specific text, indicated by the instruction to place it between certain pages.

Technique & Style

The engraving features fine lines and intricate details, including fancy swirls and dots along the edges, characteristic of a skilled engraver's work.