Rustica Bohemica

1643

Wenceslaus Hollar

Associated Names
Wenceslaus Hollar

Artist, Bohemian, 1607 - 1677

The image shows a full-length depiction of a person standing upright. The individual is wearing a long, layered outfit that includes a cloak with fur or textured trimmings that falls to the ground. The person's face is visible, showing delicate features with a subtle expression, and their hair is mostly covered by a snug, conical hat. Wrapped around their neck is a soft, large scarf or shawl, adding to the layered appearance. Their clothing includes intricate designs near the bottom, suggesting a pattern or embroidery on a garment beneath the cloak. The person is holding an object clasped in front of their waist. The background is plain and unadorned. The words "Rustica Bohemica" are inscribed beneath the figure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.4962

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 577, State iii/iii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1982

  • Pennington, Richard. A Descriptive Catalogue of the Etched Work of Wenceslaus Hollar 1607-1677. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1982.

1996

  • The New Hollstein German Engravings, Etchings and Woodcuts, 1400-1700. (Wenceslaus Hollar, Simon Turner, author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 577, state iii/iii.

Wikidata ID

Q65026366

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