Robert Turner, Herbalist and Astrologer
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Robert Turner, Herbalist and Astrologer is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image features a portrait of a man with long hair, surrounded by a wreath. He wears a dark jacket over a white collar and shirt. Below the portrait, three men are depicted in an outdoor setting. The man on the left appears to be restraining the central figure, while the man on the right holds him. The scene is rendered in a detailed, cross-hatched style, characteristic of engravings. The artist's use of shading and texture adds depth to the image. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this piece, explore the technique of engraving.
Your cart is empty
Explore artworks →
