The Procuress

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750, 1620–1640

This is a drawing of four people in conversation, with two central figures exchanging a document or object. The figures are depicted in an elaborate scene, each adorned in richly textured clothing. The characters engage with one another, creating a narrative of dialogue or exchange. The artwork is rendered with a high degree of contrast using bold lines and shading, capturing the expressive features and gestures of the figures.
Kunstenaar
Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750
Datering
1620–1640
Soort
Prent
Techniek
color chiaroscuro woodcut on laid paper
Afmetingen
22,5 × 34,7 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a drawing of four people in conversation, with two central figures exchanging a document or object. The figures are depicted in an elaborate scene, each adorned in richly textured clothing. The characters engage with one another, creating a narrative of dialogue or exchange. The artwork is rendered with a high degree of contrast using bold lines and shading, capturing the expressive features and gestures of the figures.

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750