Countess Lecarri 1913

print, wood-engraving

pencil drawn

facial expression drawing

negative space

print

pencil sketch

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

united-states

portrait drawing

tonal art

remaining negative space

wood-engraving

"Countess Lecarri" is a 1913 engraving by Timothy Cole. The work depicts a woman in a ruff and dark dress, her hand resting delicately on her chest. Cole's signature appears in the bottom right corner, showcasing the fine details of the engraving. This intimate portrait highlights Cole's mastery of the black and white medium, a hallmark of his renowned career as an American engraver. Cole's works are known for their meticulous precision and ability to capture the nuances of the original artwork.