Artwork
Nicholas Roccoxius
Nicholas Roccoxius is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Lucas Emil Vorsterman. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Lucas Emil Vorsterman's engraving Nicholas Roccoxius, dated 1635, depicts a seated figure in a dark robe with a ruffled collar, engaging the viewer's gaze while holding a paper in his right hand.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Nicholas Roccoxius, is portrayed in a contemplative setting, accompanied by a bearded bust on a draped table to his left, and a windowed backdrop revealing a landscape, suggesting a scene of study or reflection.
Technique & Style
The engraving showcases Vorsterman's technical prowess through its intricate details, demonstrating a high level of artistic skill characteristic of 17th-century engraving techniques.
History & Provenance
Created in 1635 by Vorsterman, specific provenance details of the engraving Nicholas Roccoxius are not provided in the available information.
Context
This work falls within the broader context of 17th-century European printmaking, where engravings like Vorsterman's were used to capture portraits and scenes of intellectual pursuits.
Legacy
While the broader impact of Nicholas Roccoxius on the art historical canon is not detailed here, it remains an example of Vorsterman's contributions to the engraving tradition of his time.
Artist & collection
Artist
etching and engraving by Lucas Vorsterman II, NGA 10762), B1977.14.10539 - Yale etc
