Who painted Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended?

Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended was painted by Edouard Eckman in 1621.

Where can I see Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended?

Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended?

Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended

Edouard Eckman , 1621

Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended 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

Man Seen from Behind with His Right Arm Extended is a 1621 woodcut on laid paper by Edouard Eckman.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two identical figures standing with their backs to the viewer, wearing long, loose coats and barefoot on a flat surface. Their arms are outstretched to the sides, with a subtle variation in the length of their sleeves.

Technique & Style

The artist employed simple lines and shading to convey the folds of the fabric, creating a sense of texture and depth.

Context

This work is an example of a woodcut, a printmaking technique that involves carving a design into a wooden block.