Artwork
Lancelot Andrewes, Bishop of Winchester
Lancelot Andrewes, Bishop of Winchester is an ink print by the Baroque artist John Payne. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1632 engraving by John Payne portrays Lancelot Andrewes, Bishop of Winchester. It is a notable example of early English engraving.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Andrewes with a long beard and ruffled collar, seated with his hands on a book or cushion. Latin and English poetry surround his head, suggesting a deeper symbolic meaning.
Technique & Style
Payne's use of fine lines creates detailed shadows and textures, giving the subject a three-dimensional appearance. The engraving showcases the artist's technical skill and contributes to the development of engraving as an art form in England.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Payne (1607–1647) was an English engraver, who was one of the earliest exponents of the art of engraving in England. His best work was the finest produced by a native-born engraver working during the reign of Charles I.
