Artwork
Michel Larcher
Michel Larcher is an ink print by the Baroque artist Abraham Bosse. It dates from 1647 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Michel Larcher is an engraving created by French printmaker Abraham Bosse in 1647, portraying its subject with meticulous detail.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Michel Larcher, a man dressed in antiquated attire, with intricate facial and textile details, though the subject's identity and context beyond the portrait are not specified.
Technique & Style
Bosse employed engraving techniques to achieve precise textures and depth, utilizing lines and patterns characteristic of 17th-century printmaking practices.
History & Provenance
Created in 1647, the engraving exemplifies Bosse's technical proficiency in etching, though specific ownership or exhibition histories are not provided.
Context
This work reflects the artistic conventions of its time, with engraving being a prevalent method for detailed, reproducible images in 17th-century Europe.
Legacy
While the engraving showcases Bosse's skill, its broader impact or influence on subsequent artistic movements is not explicitly documented in available information.
Artist & collection
Artist
Abraham Bosse (c. 1604 – 14 February 1676) was a French artist, mainly as a printmaker in etching, but also in watercolour.
