Artwork
John Flaxman
John Flaxman is an ink print by the Romanticist artist James Thomson. It dates from 1823 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of John Flaxman, created by James Thomson in 1823 using stipple engraving on papier collé.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts an older man with a bald head and neatly trimmed beard, wearing a dark coat and light shirt, conveying a calm demeanor. The plain background emphasizes his face and shoulders.
Technique & Style
The engraving technique, characterized by fine lines and shading, was a common method for creating portraits in publications during this period. Stipple engraving involves creating images using small dots, which are then arranged to form detailed representations.
History & Provenance
The print was created in 1823 by James Thomson, an engraver, as a portrait of John Flaxman.
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