Artwork
Oberförster Ferdinand Kopp
Oberförster Ferdinand Kopp is a drawing by Unbekannt. It dates from 1996 and is held in the collection of the City Museums Freiburg.
About this work
Overview
The portrait of Oberförster Ferdinand Kopp is a detailed representation on tinplate, notable for its lifelike quality.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a high level of realism through precise rendering and cross-hatching, a technique that creates texture and depth by layering fine lines in the shaded areas.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait is one of a pair, with the companion piece depicting Kopp's wife, Hermine. The two works are characterized by their attention to detail and studio-like quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
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