Gekroonde penning met Hercules by José Rico

Gekroonde penning met Hercules 1787 - 1827

joserico

a lot of shading

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

ink colored

shading experimentation

fantasy sketch

"Gekroonde penning met Hercules" (1787-1827) is an engraving by José Rico, a Spanish artist who lived from 1787 to 1827. The piece, measuring 51mm by 35mm, depicts a crowned medallion, with the inscription "HERCULES FUNDATOR QUB RIBANOS DEL NUMERO DE CADIZ" around the rim. The medallion features a central image of Hercules standing within a shield, flanked by two lions, likely symbolizing the strength and courage of the city of Cadiz. This engraved piece is an example of graphic art, and the use of inscription and visual imagery evokes a sense of history and tradition.