Bearded old man in a high fur cap
Medium
etching
Dimensions
120; 185
About this artwork
verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 240
Art Historical Context
**Bearded Old Man in a High Fur Cap** intimate etching, measuring 185 mm high by 120 mm wide, captures the weathered dignity of an elderly figure in a striking fur cap. Created in 1761 by Georg Hertel and attributed to the enduring influence of Rembrandt van R, it exemplifies the Dutch master's fascination with expressive character studies, or *tronies*. Rembrandt, a 17th-century giant of Baroque art, was renowned for his etchings that delved into human emotion and texture, often portraying bearded elders with profound psychological depth. Hertel's work channels this legacy through meticulou...