Artwork
Sir William Sanderson
Sir William Sanderson is an ink print by the Baroque artist William Faithorne. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the Rosenwald Collection.
About this work
Overview
This print is an engraved portrait of Sir William Sanderson, created by William Faithorne in 1658.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with curly hair and a serious expression, wearing 17th-century attire. A Latin inscription at the bottom conveys a philosophical message about aging and mortality.
Technique & Style
The engraving features intricate hatching and cross-hatching, using closely spaced lines to capture texture and depth. The artist's use of varying line weights and densities creates a detailed, nuanced representation of the subject.
Context
This work exemplifies the technique of engraving, a primary method for producing printed images before the advent of photography.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
