Artwork
Sir Francis Bacon
Sir Francis Bacon is an ink print by the Romanticist artist W. Read. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraved portrait of Sir Francis Bacon is a black-and-white print created by W. Read in 1820.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, wearing a large hat and ruffled collar, with carefully rendered facial hair. The plain background emphasizes his face.
Technique & Style
The engraving employs cross-hatching, a technique using intersecting lines to create shading and detailed textures, giving the portrait depth and dimension.
Artist & collection
