Who painted Mr. Henry Smith?

Mr. Henry Smith was painted by Thomas Cross in 1653.

Where can I see Mr. Henry Smith?

Mr. Henry Smith is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Mr. Henry Smith?

Mr. Henry Smith is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Mr. Henry Smith

Thomas Cross , 1653

Mr. Henry Smith is an ink print by the Baroque artist Thomas Cross. It dates from 1653 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Mr.

About this work

Overview

Mr. Henry Smith is a print engraved by Thomas Cross in 1653, presenting a detailed black-and-white portrait.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a bearded man, identified as the Reverend Mr. Henry Smith, dressed in 17th-century attire, holding a folded document, likely symbolizing his scholarly or ministerial role.

Technique & Style

Cross employed fine lines to achieve a high level of detail, creating texture and shading that gives the subject's clothing and skin a lifelike appearance.

Context

The work exemplifies the engraving technique, where artists use lines to construct images, a method characteristic of printmaking during this period.