Who painted Sir Hugh Cartwright?

Sir Hugh Cartwright was painted by Lucas Vorsterman II in 1664.

Where can I see Sir Hugh Cartwright?

Sir Hugh Cartwright is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Sir Hugh Cartwright?

Sir Hugh Cartwright is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Sir Hugh Cartwright?

Museum-quality prints of Sir Hugh Cartwright are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Sir Hugh Cartwright

Lucas Vorsterman II , 1664

Sir Hugh Cartwright is an ink print by the Baroque artist Lucas Vorsterman II. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This engraving, created by Lucas Vorsterman II in 1664, is a portrait print titled 'Sir Hugh Cartwright'. It is executed in black and white.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a bearded man with curly hair, wearing ornate attire including a fancy collar and chain, set against a simple oval frame with a coat of arms at the bottom. The subject's identity is revealed only by the inscription 'Sir Hugh Cartwright'.

Technique & Style

The engraving employs cross-hatching, using closely spaced lines to create shading and detail, demonstrating the artist's skill in conveying depth and texture through line work alone.