Artwork

Charles I

Charles I, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850
Charles I, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850

Charles I is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The print 'Charles I' is an engraving that presents a portrait of a man.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted with long, curly hair and a beard, wearing a ruffled collar, and gazing to the right with a serious expression, as if lost in thought.

Technique & Style

The artist employed cross-hatching to achieve texture and depth, characteristic of a detailed and nuanced printmaking technique.

Context

The work is related to the broader artistic movement of Romanticism, which emphasized expressive and detailed representations.

Artist & collection

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