Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Unknown. It dates from 1795 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This untitled print is a small, delicate drawing of a woman's profile, housed within a larger collection of sketches known as the Atlas Van Eck.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in profile, her face illuminated from the side, suggesting a nearby light source. The simplicity of the light and shadow lends the image a timeless quality.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by its subtle use of light and shadow, achieved through a restrained drawing style that belies its age.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the Atlas Van Eck, a compilation of sketches and drawings, and is over 200 years old. Its creator and original purpose are unknown.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
