Georg Prinz Regent van England by Christian Schule

Georg Prinz Regent van England 1815

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pencil drawn

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photo of handprinted image

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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photo restoration

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pencil sketch

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light coloured

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old engraving style

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pencil drawing

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pencil work

Dimensions: height 193 mm, width 125 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

This engraving of Georg Prinz Regent van England was made by Christian Schule. Notice how the figure is neatly framed within an oval, a formal device that creates a sense of focus and containment. The artist pays close attention to the play of light and shadow, meticulously rendered through fine, parallel lines. This creates depth, volume and a somewhat idealized representation of the sitter. Prints like these circulated widely, shaping public perception of notable figures. The meticulous, structured technique is a reflection of the broader cultural values of the time, where order, reason, and clarity were highly esteemed. The oval isolates Georg from the world. Is this an attempt to capture the essence of his identity, or to showcase the power of representation?

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