Artwork
Hans Bol
Hans Bol is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hendrik Goltzius. It dates from 1593 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Hans Bol is an engraving on laid paper created by Hendrick Goltzius in 1593. The print is a portrait of the Flemish artist Hans Bol, rendered in Goltzius's characteristic style.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Hans Bol, a contemporary Flemish landscape painter and draftsman, in a formal oval frame. Cherubs and symbolic objects surround him, while a skull with a Latin inscription is positioned below, adding a layer of meaning to the portrait.
Technique & Style
Goltzius employed cross-hatching, using dense networks of fine lines to create shading and texture, achieving a high level of detail in the engraving. This technique was typical of engravings from this period, showcasing Goltzius's technical skill.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
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