Artwork
Bierwirthsjung (Beer Hall Boy)
Bierwirthsjung (Beer Hall Boy) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Catherine Brandinn. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Bierwirthsjung (Beer Hall Boy) is an engraving with etching on laid paper created by Catherine Brandinn in 1775.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a young man, dressed in old-fashioned attire, carrying a heavy load of barrels on his back and a bucket, walking on a simple path. The title 'Beer Hall Boy' suggests he is a worker in a tavern, implying a scene of everyday labor.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by sharp, detailed lines that create a clear and almost three-dimensional effect. The artist achieved texture and depth through a combination of etching and engraving techniques.
Artist & collection
