Half-Length Figure Reading
1777
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1777
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Half-Length Figure Reading is a 1777 ink by Bartholomäus Ignaz Weiss, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a half-length figure reading, with their head slightly tilted and eyes cast downward. The figure's hair is curly and unkempt, and they wear a loose-fitting shirt with an open collar. The background is a simple, dark gray. A small, red dot marks the figure's forehead, adding a pop of color to the otherwise monochromatic scene. The overall mood is one of quiet contemplation, as if the figure is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, check out the Baroque movement.
Bartholomäus Ignaz Weiss (1730–1814) was an artist, born in Munich.
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