Artwork
Monument to Earl Howe
Monument to Earl Howe is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Heath. It dates from 1818 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Monument to Earl Howe is an etching created by Charles Heath in 1818, depicting a commemorative scene honoring the historical figure Earl Howe.
Subject & Meaning
The etching illustrates a statue of Earl Howe in military uniform alongside a robed figure holding a trident, symbolizing naval authority. A kneeling woman with a child and a resting lion at the pedestal's base convey themes of family, power, and tribute.
Technique & Style
Executed as an etching, this print showcases Heath's use of a technique involving incised lines on a metal plate to achieve detailed, expressive imagery.
History & Provenance
Created in 1818 by Charles Heath, specific details about the print's commission, original display, or current location are not provided in available information.
Context
The work reflects early 19th-century practices of commemorating military and naval leaders through public monuments, translated here into a distributable print form.
Artist & collection
