Artwork
Almshouse
Almshouse is an ink print by the Baroque artist Edouard Eckman. It dates from 1621 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Almshouse is a woodcut print on laid paper created by Edouard Eckman in 1621.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a courtyard scene with a simple arched building and people engaged in various activities, including one figure possibly collecting donations. The atmosphere is busy yet orderly, with a dog present in the scene.
Technique & Style
Eckman's use of sharp lines effectively captures the interplay of light and shadow. The woodcut technique, involving carving an image into wood and printing it, was a prevalent method before the advent of photography.
Artist & collection
