Artwork

John Fisher and Sir Thomas More

John Fisher and Sir Thomas More, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850
John Fisher and Sir Thomas More, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850

John Fisher and Sir Thomas More 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 'John Fisher and Sir Thomas More' is an engraving depicting two men in dark attire. The work features precise lines and shading, characteristic of the engraving technique.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving portrays John Fisher and Thomas More, identified by inscriptions above their figures. The men are shown with beards and chains, conveying a sense of solemnity. The plain background focuses attention on the subjects.

Technique & Style

The image is created using engraving, a technique that involves carving designs into a surface. The precise lines and detailed shading in the print demonstrate the artist's skill with this method.

Artist & collection

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