Artwork
Robert Turner, Herbalist and Astrologer
Robert Turner, Herbalist and Astrologer 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
Robert Turner, Herbalist and Astrologer is an engraved print featuring a portrait and a scene of three figures outdoors.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man with long hair in a wreath, wearing 17th-century attire, and a scene below showing a struggle between three men. The subject's identity and the narrative connection between the portrait and the scene are not immediately clear.
Technique & Style
The engraving is characterized by detailed cross-hatching, with shading and texture used to create depth. The style is typical of engravings from the period, with careful attention to detail and a range of tonal values.
Artist & collection
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