Arcolano Armafrodito
wenceslaushollar
pencil drawn
facial expression drawing
light pencil work
pencil sketch
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
portrait reference
pencil drawing
portrait drawing
pencil work
"Arcolano Armafodrito" is an etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, a prolific Czech-born artist known for his detailed and precise depictions of people and places. Hollar's etching, created in the 17th century, is a reproduction of a painting by the Italian Renaissance master Correggio. The etching captures the subject in a three-quarter length portrait, with their hand resting on a table, suggesting a sense of quiet contemplation. The subject's elegant attire and long, flowing hair convey a sense of refinement and dignity. The etching, a testament to Hollar's skill and the enduring influence of Correggio, provides a glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of 17th-century Europe.
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