Portret van keizer Karel VI, ten voeten uit by Andreas Schmutzer

Portret van keizer Karel VI, ten voeten uit 1710 - 1740

andreasschmutzer

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

homemade paper

reduced colour palette

yellowing background

ink paper printed

parchment

personal sketchbook

Andreas Schmutzer's "Portret van keizer Karel VI, ten voeten uit" is an engraved portrait of Charles VI, Holy Roman Emperor, created between 1710 and 1740. The artwork is characterized by a detailed depiction of Charles VI in his royal attire. Schmutzer, a prominent artist of the Baroque period, captures the emperor's regal presence through his formal pose and rich clothing, showcasing the opulence of the Habsburg court. The print's intricate details and delicate lines demonstrate the refined techniques of engraving, a popular art form during the 18th century.