Roger Bacon, Friar and Philosopher
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Roger Bacon, Friar and Philosopher is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white engraving shows an older man with a long white beard and deep wrinkles. He’s dressed in a long robe, holding a book open in one hand and a small circular object in the other. The background is simple, with a patterned border framing his face. The book has Latin words on it, and the name "Roger Bacon" is written below the image. This print uses fine lines to create shading, giving the picture texture. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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